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

That is not mentorship in the sense that builds capability. —Richard P. Weigand, Rolling Stone, 22 Apr. 2026

The biannual gathering celebrates the work of the renowned philanthropic initiative, led by the Olga Rabinovich Institute and supporting the Brazilian film sector through talent development, bursary programs, seminars and mentorship. —Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 21 Apr. 2026

Both are built around the idea that a lounge can be a gathering place and that cigar culture can be connected to service, mentorship and neighborhood relationships. —Kansas City Star, 21 Apr. 2026

While many colleges and universities offer career services, providing everything from résumé reviews to interview prep, Next Great Step offers one-on-one mentorship and group coaching sessions. —Jake Angelo, Fortune, 19 Apr. 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