companionship

noun

com·​pan·​ion·​ship kəm-ˈpan-yən-ˌship 

: the fellowship existing among companions : company

Synonyms of companionship

• friendship
• brotherhood
• community
• fellowship
• intimacy
• company
• society
• camaraderie
• comradeship
• generosity

Examples of companionship in a Sentence

They missed the companionship of longtime friends after moving to California.

Recent Examples on the Web

Benefits of sharing a living space include saving money, companionship and help with chores, according to real estate company Landing. —Julia Hawkins, Idaho Statesman, 20 Apr. 2026

The wives of three serial killers form a friendship to find companionship and support. —Sandra Dallas, Denver Post, 19 Apr. 2026

Her character's next chapter begins with Leo, who offers a sense of comfort and companionship during her darkest moments. —Deirdre Durkan, PEOPLE, 17 Apr. 2026

For decades, hundreds of people like Coffey risked so much to convert dangerous or run-down places — such as Val’s and SIR — into spaces where people could forge new friendships, find love and companionship, and build community. —Julio Capó, Sun Sentinel, 16 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1548, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for companionship

• apostleship
• apprenticeship
• assistantship
• championship
• chancellorship
• citizenship
• copartnership
• dictatorship
• directorship
• discipleship
• editorship
• generalship

Kids Definition

companionship

noun

com·​pan·​ion·​ship kəm-ˈpan-yən-ˌship 

: the good feeling that comes from being with someone else