mentorship

noun

men·​tor·​ship ˈmen-ˌtȯr-ˌship 

-tər-

: the influence, guidance, or direction given by a mentor

Francie rides under the mentorship of Rodney Jenkins.

—Ami Rosi

The solution, they decided, was a two-year program welcoming adolescents into the community with equal doses of mentorship, Scripture and recreation.

—Nathan Thornburgh

Senior Senate women intentionally cultivate a collaborative spirit through social events and mentorship.

—Jill Filipovic

Examples of mentorship in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Tailoring learning experiences to each learner’s style, acknowledging their expertise, and addressing knowledge gaps forms the foundation of the company’s approach to ‘mentorship,’ which may be viewed as a strong model for learning and development. —Wyles Daniel, USA Today, 9 June 2026

The felt flags indicate how far the area, which once had a high school graduation rate of just 50%, has come due in part to a city program that brings mentorship and other support to children living in the city’s most impoverished areas. —Michael Cuglietta, The Orlando Sentinel, 9 June 2026

Las Vegas Aces phenom A’ja Wilson credits Staley’s mentorship for pushing her to all-time greatness. —Sean Gregory, Time, 9 June 2026

Long was considered due to his current integral role in the city government and mentorship under Hogaboam. —Noah Daly june 9, Idaho Statesman, 9 June 2026

Word History

Etymology

mentor entry 1 + -ship

First Known Use

1848, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for mentorship

• authorship
• battleship
• censorship
• chairmanship
• chieftainship
• comradeship
• consulship
• craftsmanship
• dealership
• draftsmanship
• fellowship
• fingertip