neighborly

adjective

neigh·​bor·​ly ˈnā-bər-lē 

: of, relating to, or characteristic of congenial neighbors

especially : friendly

a neighborly welcome

neighborliness noun

Synonyms

• warm
• friendly
• gracious

Choose the Right Synonym for neighborly

amicable, neighborly, friendly mean exhibiting goodwill and an absence of antagonism.

amicable implies a state of peace and a desire on the part of the parties not to quarrel.

maintained amicable relations

neighborly implies a disposition to live on good terms with others and to be helpful on principle.

neighborly concern

friendly stresses cordiality and often warmth or intimacy of personal relations.

sought friendly advice

Examples of neighborly in a Sentence

She was friendly in a neighborly way.

they were neighborly folks, always ready to lend a helping hand whenever necessary

Recent Examples on the Web

The neighborly ethos of the scene means people tend to look out for each other, nurturing a support network amid this increasing external hostility. —Kieran Press-Reynolds, Pitchfork, 25 June 2025

Now, the couple is torn between wanting to maintain neighborly goodwill and needing to establish boundaries. —Ashley Vega, People.com, 18 June 2025

But there are a few considerations hosts should take into account to keep their gathering cozy, safe, and neighborly. —Maddie Topliff, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 June 2025

Rod Stewart and Donald Trump may live close to one another, but that doesn’t mean the rock star feels any sort of neighborly way about the President of the United States. —Hannah Dailey, Billboard, 18 June 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1558, in the meaning defined above

Kids Definition

neighborly

adjective

neigh·​bor·​ly ˈnā-bər-lē 

: of, relating to, or characteristic of neighbors

especially : friendly

a neighborly welcome

neighborliness noun