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

Kinship of the Park Rapids Area, a youth mentorship program serving Hubbard County, announced the appointment of Brandon Mustful as executive director. —Pioneer Press, Twin Cities, 8 Mar. 2026

The marathon is often the culmination of years of mentorship and dedication. —Michelle Edgar, Daily News, 8 Mar. 2026

Bitonio is also a longtime captain, someone who can replace the veteran leadership and mentorship Bradbury brought a year ago. —Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 8 Mar. 2026

Founded in 1997, BWFN has served as a platform for mentorship, advocacy and industry access for Black women working in entertainment. —Angelique Jackson, Variety, 6 Mar. 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