Entry Word: friend

Function: noun

Meaning: 1 a person who has a strong liking for and trust in another <really close friends who like to do everything together and are always sharing secrets>

Synonyms buddy, chum, comrade, confidant, crony, familiar, intimate, pal

Related Words acquaintance; associate, cohort, colleague, companion, fellow, hearty, hobnobber, mate, partner, peer; brother, sister; accomplice, ally, collaborator, confederate; benefactor, supporter, sympathizer, well-wisher; friendly

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

Antonyms enemy, foe

2 a person who actively supports or favors a cause <hopes that the new governor will be a friend to environmental causes> — see exponent