CAMARADERIE Synonyms: 38 Similar and Opposite Words

camaraderie

noun

ˌkäm-ˈrä-d(ə-)rē

Definition of camaraderie

as in brotherhood

the feeling of closeness and friendship that exists between companions weekend retreats that are intended to foster camaraderie within the upper echelons of the corporation

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Recent Examples of camaraderie Molly Burke, for example, has spoken about turning to creators after losing much of her eyesight, then creating content that offers others camaraderie and even belonging. — Belonging Forum, Forbes.com, 22 July 2026 The camaraderie between the canoe sailing community is apparent when everyone rushes down to the water to help each arriving canoe get past the crashing shorebreak and onto the beach. — Kathleen Wong, USA Today, 22 July 2026 The new project is meant to give veterans not only lower rents, but a little of the camaraderie that can be hard to carry from military life into civilian life. — Harry Bruinius, Christian Science Monitor, 21 July 2026 The key to a successful seafood boil lies in combining the perfect blend of ingredients, patience, and camaraderie. — Amber Love Bond, Southern Living, 18 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for camaraderie

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Noun

Not all has been blissful brotherhood, though, especially on social media.

— the Monitor’s Editorial Board, Christian Science Monitor, 16 July 2026
Another one of their friends, also gone, recruited a lifetime ago by Iran Air into a brotherhood that lasted the rest of their lives.

— Mahsa Alimardani, Time, 6 July 2026

Definition of brotherhood

Noun

Sandy Dorsainvil, 49 Homeowner in unincorporated Dade Dorsainvil was at the TPS rally in Little Haiti soaking in the concerns for Haitian immigrants and describes herself as a community redevelopment specialist and cultural curator.

— Claire Heddles, Miami Herald, 25 July 2026
Johnathan Duncan, who represents the 6th Council District and previously served as a community organizer for KC Tenants, proposed the ordinance.

— Dylan Lysen, Kansas City Star, 25 July 2026

Definition of community

Noun

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
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

Definition of comradeship

Noun

The grant will be accompanied by a three-month fellowship for the artist to explore using Absurd’s AI storytelling tools.

— Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 21 July 2026
Kashyap is an acclaimed author and translator of several novels and poetry collections and has received awards and fellowships from Harvard, NEA, and more.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 21 July 2026

Definition of fellowship

Noun

The Charlotte Observer previously reported on a different company, American Log Homes and Cabins.

— Julia Coin July 24, Charlotte Observer, 24 July 2026
Liverpool will hold its event outside Fenway Park in Boston, home of the Boston Red Sox, which is also owned by the club’s parent company Fenway Sports Group, while Leeds United will be represented in San Francisco, where 49ers Enterprises is based.

— Amelie Claydon, New York Times, 24 July 2026

Definition of company

Noun

Guelaguetza — also known as Los Lunes del Cerro, or Mondays on the Hill — is a centuries-old celebration rooted in community, generosity and cooperation, where the people of Oaxaca come together through music, dance, food and craftsmanship.

— Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 21 July 2026
The Gracious Visionary interweaves documentary and reenacted components to tell the story of how his mindset was shaped by learning philosophy, playing cards and the generosity of others.

— Nick Vivarelli for Variety, Robb Report, 20 July 2026

Definition of generosity

Noun

Lestat was the corpse that kept Louis from committing to his companionship with Claudia.

— Sabrina Reed, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
With the backing of health insurance companies, the Pals provide companionship, transportation, housecleaning services and more.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 20 July 2026

Definition of companionship

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