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
Most viewers will know that the two main protagonists ultimately become foes, which lends their on-screen relationship an edge amid the banter and bonhomie.
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Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2026
The process polishes the gentle bonhomie that promises to transform even the smallest silences into celebrations.
—Archie Forde, Pitchfork, 6 Mar. 2026
The destination’s name alone conjures up mid-century nostalgia, a certain Old Hollywood romanticism filled with ice-cold martinis sipped in moody, red velvet-heavy steakhouses and of poolside bonhomie worthy of a Slim Aarons photo.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Feb. 2026
But Dolan’s tenure was fraught in a way that no amount of bonhomie could counter.
—Paul Elie, New Yorker, 6 Feb. 2026
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Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 12 Mar. 2026
The process polishes the gentle bonhomie that promises to transform even the smallest silences into celebrations.
—Archie Forde, Pitchfork, 6 Mar. 2026
The destination’s name alone conjures up mid-century nostalgia, a certain Old Hollywood romanticism filled with ice-cold martinis sipped in moody, red velvet-heavy steakhouses and of poolside bonhomie worthy of a Slim Aarons photo.
—Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Feb. 2026
But Dolan’s tenure was fraught in a way that no amount of bonhomie could counter.
—Paul Elie, New Yorker, 6 Feb. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for bonhomie
Noun
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Fleur and Caroline put innumerable noses out of joint on their paths to creative and intellectual fulfillment; lovers become dejected, friendships are left to go cold, and each woman’s devotion to her work is viewed with resentment and suspicion.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 June 2026
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The show explores middle-age desperation, loneliness and, notably, masculinity and male friendship.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
8 June 2026
Noun
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This playful fourish, although useless in terms of timekeeping, requires 200 of the 646 components in the watch and two engineers had to work simultaneously to ensure the face shield and the movement operated in harmony.—
Paige Reddinger,
Robb Report,
12 June 2026
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This week, Olivia Rodrigo dances her way into her sweetheart’s arms on a standout from You Seem Pretty Sad, New York rockers Interpol offer a first look into their new album, and L’Rain alchemizes distortion and harmony on an avalanche of a track.—
Rolling Stone,
Rolling Stone,
12 June 2026
Noun
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Known for his enthusiastic impressions and warm camaraderie with Andy, Goober quickly became a fan favorite.—
Declan Gallagher,
Entertainment Weekly,
7 June 2026
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That’s the kind of camaraderie that tends to develop from going through some tough times together and coming out on the other side.—
Paul Sullivan,
Chicago Tribune,
6 June 2026
Noun
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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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Recent scholars have suggested that, rather than artistic aggression, this was simply the playful teasing typical of Academy banter, even a sign of comradeship.—
Jenny Uglow,
The New York Review of Books,
27 Nov. 2025
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View from within Warsh, then, can be expected to meet stiff challenges when the meeting convenes, albeit from a group known for its collegiality.—
Jeff Cox,
CNBC,
5 June 2026
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In a world where college athletics seems to find new ways daily to lose their collegiality, LSU stands alone.—
Dana O’Neil,
CNN Money,
26 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Through cinéma vérité scenes, archival footage, and interviews, the film explores the relationship between art and civic life — how storytelling can help restore a sense of community after profound tragedy.—
Brent Lang,
Variety,
12 June 2026
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The South Boston community is taking a stand and rallying around two children after an armed robbery at their lemonade stand Wednesday afternoon.—
Tammy Mutasa,
CBS News,
12 June 2026
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The cordiality and handsome looks of the dining room are exquisite reminders of elaborate Milanese design.—
John Mariani,
Forbes.com,
16 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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Our survival is contingent also on connection, companionship, and story, and on our mutual interdependence with the natural world.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
9 June 2026
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Older adults may eventually get help with reminders, routines and companionship.—
Kurt Knutsson,
FOXNews.com,
8 June 2026
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“Bonhomie.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bonhomie. Accessed 15 Jun. 2026.
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