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as in communion
a friendly relationship marked by ready communication and mutual understanding
the new counselor is eager to develop a trustful fellowship with the troubled teens seeking help at the center
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as in organization
a group of persons formally joined together for some common interest
a fellowship of physicians dedicated to administering medical aid without regard to politics
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as in friendship
kindly concern, interest, or support
this music festival would not have been a success without the fellowship of many people in the community
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as in fraternity
the body of people in a profession or field of activity
members of a law firm who violated just about every ethical principle that the legal fellowship holds dear
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as in brotherhood
the feeling of closeness and friendship that exists between companions
the fellowship that exists among members of a college fraternity
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Recent Examples of fellowship
Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 15 Apr. 2025
The decision led to cancellation of meetings including study sections, which review the applications for NIH fellowships and grants.
—Ailia Zehra, The Hill, 8 Feb. 2025
Max Goldbart, Deadline, 4 July 2025
Nicole is the inaugural directing fellow for the Adelante Lab, a television fellowship created by the Latinx House, Netflix and Shondaland.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 24 June 2025
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Noun
Guggenheim fellowships go to groundbreaking and innovative artists, writers, scholars, scientists and others.
—Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 15 Apr. 2025
The decision led to cancellation of meetings including study sections, which review the applications for NIH fellowships and grants.
—Ailia Zehra, The Hill, 8 Feb. 2025
Verb
He will be celebrated at the 50th Edinburgh TV Festival alongside Shonda Rhimes, who is receiving an inaugural fellowship.
—Max Goldbart, Deadline, 4 July 2025
Nicole is the inaugural directing fellow for the Adelante Lab, a television fellowship created by the Latinx House, Netflix and Shondaland.
—Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 24 June 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fellowship
Noun
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The pilgrims are representing the National Eucharistic Revival — a grassroots movement within the Catholic Church in the U.S. to recognize the true presence of Jesus in the Eucharist, rather than the belief that communion is purely symbolic of the body and blood of Christ.—
Lillian Ashworth,
Oc Register,
18 June 2025
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From soul sessions where blunts are passed like communion, to wellness circles embracing CBD for mental health—weed isn’t just recreational.—
Matt Rozo,
Mercury News,
16 June 2025
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The festival’s organizers selected Converge as the inaugural Firekeeper Alliance band, representing the organization’s values, at the festival, and Newton sees that recognition as a special honor.—
Kory Grow,
Rolling Stone,
10 July 2025
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Many of the local organizations Best Friends Animal Society is working with on the ground are operating based on donations and there are wish lists available online for anyone interested in purchasing specific things needed by shelters on the ground.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
10 July 2025
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The Sharknado star reflected on the early days of his friendship with Doherty while starring together on Beverly Hills, 90210, which ran from 10 seasons from 1990 to 2000.—
Stephanie Wenger,
People.com,
14 July 2025
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Lavigne maintains a close friendship with Richard’s granddaughter and continues working with the Smithsonian on projects that preserve and celebrate Richard’s contributions.—
Sughnen Yongo,
Forbes.com,
14 July 2025
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This is the second fraternity suspended at Miami University this year for hazing.—
Aaron Valdez,
The Enquirer,
2 July 2025
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Kernodle and Chapin went to a party at the Sigma Chi fraternity; Mogen and Goncalves went out to a bar, then hung out at a food truck for a bit.—
Aja Romano,
Vox,
30 June 2025
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Graduates emphasized the school's unique environment fostering brotherhood and celebrating Black identity.—
Krista Johnson,
The Courier-Journal,
2 July 2025
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Fraser depicts his bloody brotherhood with similar flair.—
Hamilton Cain,
Los Angeles Times,
5 June 2025
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Both films received limited theatrical releases prior to streaming on Netflix.—
Jennifer Maas,
Variety,
15 July 2025
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Ford also received a Best Supporting Actor – Series, Miniseries or Television Film nomination at this year’s Golden Globes and a nom for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Comedy Series at the Screen Actors Guild Awards but didn’t win either.—
Dessi Gomez,
Deadline,
15 July 2025
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On TikTok, Latino creators and activists called on Black creators and community members to protest and stand in solidarity.—
Meagan Jordan,
Rolling Stone,
14 July 2025
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People of faith stand in solidarity with the most vulnerable Religious leaders in Los Angeles didn't wait for President Trump's return to office in January to take action.—
Jason DeRose,
NPR,
13 July 2025
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The signing ceremony, between the CNC’s Bruel and BFI director BFI Chief Executive Ben Roberts, was preceded by a tour of the institute’s BFI Southbank home.—
Melanie Goodfellow,
Deadline,
9 July 2025
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This new one is a slim shot from CLASH, about a man recovering from a foot injury and remembering his time working for an institute that studied (among other things) black holes.—
Drew Broussard
July 8,
Literary Hub,
8 July 2025
Cite this Entry
“Fellowship.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fellowship. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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