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

Leaders must cultivate environments that foster these paths, offering meaningful ownership, opportunities for judgment, learning, and mentorship. — Dr. Diane Hamilton, Forbes.com, 7 Aug. 2026

After taking a few classes in the drone program, Medina was introduced to Vets to Drones, a free network of veterans, instructors and organizations who provide training and mentorship to connect veterans with the drone workforce. — Lillian Ashworth, Oc Register, 6 Aug. 2026

The fellowship invests in the next generation of talent while providing participants with the tools, mentorship and industry access to accelerate their careers. — Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 5 Aug. 2026

Nabors suggested sites that offer congregate meals, walking clubs, intergenerational mentorship programs and support groups for caregivers or those suffering from loss. — Taylor Seely, USA Today, 1 Aug. 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