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

Aside from Pescara or Chieti, the towns and villages here offer small- town living and neighborly values that are hard to find these days. —Kathleen Peddicord, Forbes.com, 14 Aug. 2025

Lichtenstein warns that homeowners who alter a fence without consent risk more than just neighborly tension. —Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Aug. 2025

Joe launches his campaign on a platform of neighborly trust and personal freedom, and bloodies his hands with smear tactics and violence. —Madison Bloom, Pitchfork, 17 July 2025

Bright security lights, smoky fire pits, and dying trees can disrupt the peace and should be managed with neighborly care. —Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 16 July 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