chum

chum

noun

Definition of CHUM

a person who has a strong liking for and trust in another <college chums who go way back>

Synonyms alter ego, amigo, buddy, chum, compadre, comrade, confidant, confidante, crony, familiar, intimate, mate [chiefly British], musketeer, pal

Related Words acquaintance; associate, cohort, colleague, companion, fellow, hearty, hobnobber, partner, peer, sport; blood brother, brother, main man, sister; abettor (also abetter), accomplice, ally, collaborator, confederate; pen pal; benefactor, supporter, sympathizer, well-wisher; friendly

Near Antonyms adversary, antagonist, competitor, opponent, rival; archenemy, nemesis

Antonyms enemy, foe