as in friendship
formal
a feeling of friendliness among a group of people
Those camping out in line for the store's grand opening soon developed a cheerful bonhomie. the bonhomie of strangers singing together around a campfire
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Recent Examples of bonhomie
Braving the crackling midwinter cold, tens of thousands of New Yorkers showed up to celebrate—and photographer Poupay Jutharat was right there with them, training her lens on their colorful outerwear; sundry pins, sashes, and badges; and the cheering air of bonhomie.
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Poupay Jutharat, Vogue, 2 Jan. 2026
But despite the apparent bonhomie between Xi and Macron, the French president’s visit so far has resulted in little beyond bolstering Beijing’s diplomatic credentials, as world leaders turn to China seeking economic assurances due to Trump’s tariffs, analysts say.
—Reuters, NBC news, 5 Dec. 2025
Whatever bonhomie might have existed ended in 2020, the New York Times noted, as Diddy backed President Joe Biden in the election.
—Victoria Bekiempis, Vulture, 1 Oct. 2025
The spirit of bonhomie between them was palpable as some reconnected and others connected for the first time.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Sep. 2025
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Poupay Jutharat, Vogue, 2 Jan. 2026
But despite the apparent bonhomie between Xi and Macron, the French president’s visit so far has resulted in little beyond bolstering Beijing’s diplomatic credentials, as world leaders turn to China seeking economic assurances due to Trump’s tariffs, analysts say.
—Reuters, NBC news, 5 Dec. 2025
Whatever bonhomie might have existed ended in 2020, the New York Times noted, as Diddy backed President Joe Biden in the election.
—Victoria Bekiempis, Vulture, 1 Oct. 2025
The spirit of bonhomie between them was palpable as some reconnected and others connected for the first time.
—George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 14 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bonhomie
Noun
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Watching friendships play out on screen has always been riveting, as evidenced by the success of the Leslie Bibb/Carrie Coon/Michelle Monaghan storyline on The White Lotus last season.—
Jessica Radloff,
Glamour,
9 Mar. 2026
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As friendships between lonely men so often do, Gary and Ennis start to game out what their plans would be if there ever were a zombie apocalypse.—
Maggie Fremont,
Vulture,
9 Mar. 2026
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The name signifies wellbeing and incorporates the belief that living a good life depends on the alignment of mind, body, and soul in harmony with nature.—
Robb Report Studio,
Robb Report,
5 Mar. 2026
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No matter what happens, good feelings and harmony with others will create a feeling of pulling together to get things done.—
Georgia Nicols,
Denver Post,
5 Mar. 2026
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DeRosa was referring to the camaraderie among the players, their selflessness, their willingness to make whatever sacrifice is necessary for the team.—
Ken Rosenthal,
New York Times,
8 Mar. 2026
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Sullivan considers the importance of protest music to facilitate camaraderie, build morale, and change minds.—
Fiction Non Fiction,
Literary Hub,
5 Mar. 2026
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And love for leadership and mentorship and comradeship and all the good stuff sports stands for and gives opportunities for.—
Pat Gallen,
CBS News,
22 Jan. 2026
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Over the session and a half of his presidency, Albritton has provided steady leadership that emphasizes collegiality.—
Orlando Sentinel Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
19 Feb. 2026
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Despite the broader hostility, Bondi and Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-CA), a frequent Trump critic, reached a brief moment of collegiality.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
11 Feb. 2026
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Beginning on the evening of March 2, Jewish communities around the world observed the holiday of Purim.—
Michael M. Rosen,
The Washington Examiner,
13 Mar. 2026
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Word of Stanton’s comments spread through an outraged suffrage community.—
Moira Donegan,
New Yorker,
13 Mar. 2026
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Indianapolis didn't crack Nextdoor's list of the 20 friendliest cities in Indiana, but its separate ranking of neighborhoods in the Indy metro area finds plenty of cordiality in Central Indiana.—
Jordan Smith,
IndyStar,
27 Feb. 2026
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Liberated from this approach to economic warfare, relations with allies may recover some of their former cordiality.—
David Frum,
The Atlantic,
20 Feb. 2026
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Expert psychologists are growing increasingly about the use of chatbots in companionship and almost mental health settings.—
Catherina Gioino,
Fortune,
7 Mar. 2026
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Joel Gavalas seeks a jury trial and damages for his son's pain and suffering, and for his own loss of Jonathan's companionship.—
Andrew R. Chow,
Time,
4 Mar. 2026
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“Bonhomie.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bonhomie. Accessed 14 Mar. 2026.
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