bromance

noun

bro·​mance ˈbrō-ˌman(t)s 

: a close nonsexual friendship between men

bromantic

brō-ˈman-tik 

adjective

Examples of bromance in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

At the high point of Clark and Floyd’s bromance — which is to say, before the fall — the men break into a perfectly, cringily endearing rehearsed rap. — David Canfield, HollywoodReporter, 19 Aug. 2026

Cubs fans and Sox fans may not get along, but Getz and Hoyer have a solid bromance going. — Paul Sullivan, Chicago Tribune, 4 Aug. 2026

Bryce, your bromance with Zach was also a big topic of conversation. — Brianne Tracy, PEOPLE, 23 July 2026

To celebrate his Good Will Hunting co-star’s turn as Greek warrior Odysseus after their four-decade-long bromance, Affleck coordinated with his 14-year-old son Samuel in dapper suits. — Lara Walsh, InStyle, 15 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

blend of bro and romance entry 1

First Known Use

circa 2001, in the meaning defined above