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Meaning of friend
A person with whom one has a strong bond of affection, loyalty, or sympathy
Etymology of friend
The word "friend" comes from Old English "frīend", which is derived from the verb "frīian" meaning "to love" or "to like"
The word has its roots in Proto-Germanic and Proto-Indo-European, and has been used in the English language since the 9th century
Synonyms
companion
buddy
mate
pal
chum
confidant
intimate
ally
associate
acquaintance
partner
colleague
peer
comrade
fellow
crony
sidekick
bosom friend
familiar
confrere
compeer
alter ego
kindred spirit
soulmate
blood brother
sister
clan
clique
coterie
circle
crowd
gang
crew
troop
band
company
assembly
congregation
Definitions
- A person with whom one has a strong bond of affection, loyalty, or sympathy
- * A person who is regularly in contact with someone and has a relationship of mutual affection or trust
- * A person who supports and helps someone, especially in a difficult or challenging situation
Usage Examples
- She is my best friend from childhood
- * He is a close friend of the family
- * The two friends have been inseparable since they met in college
- * The friends spent the weekend together, exploring the city
Antonyms
enemy
foe
adversary
opponent
rival
antagonist
nemesis
stranger
acquaintance
colleague
associate
counterpart
counterpart
opponent
competitor
challenger
detractor
critic
adversary
foe
nemesis
archenemy
adversary
opponent