FRATERNIZE Synonyms: 79 Similar and Opposite Words

fraternize

verb

ˈfra-tər-ˌnīz

Definition of fraternize

as in to associate

to come or be together as friends don't fraternize just with people of the same race, religion, or social background

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as in to mingle

to take part in social activities a group of kids fraternizing together after school every day

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Recent Examples of fraternize In the finale, the method to her upper-echelon bootstrap-yanking is revealed to be procuring young women to fraternize (and more) with a rotating roster of nefarious dinner-party guests—oh, and seemingly also recording these illicit interactions. — Megan McCluskey, Time, 2 Mar. 2026 It was frowned upon to fraternize with opposing players during batting practice, so hugging them in the first inning would be totally out of the question. — Andrew Baggarly, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2025 When Edwards allowed a young boy in a Nuggets jersey to approach him for an autograph, a fan in the bleachers disputed the superstar’s willingness to fraternize with the enemy. — Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 13 July 2025 Guests can also join a dog sledding-on-wheels team in Longyearbyen, either as a musher or a passenger, before fraternizing with puppies. — AFAR Media, 26 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for fraternize

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Warsh also invested tens of millions in the Juggernaut Fund, which is associated with Druckenmiller’s firm.

— Bryan Mena, CNN Money, 15 July 2026
Tehrani’s patients include executives, entertainers and public-facing professionals looking to restore definition to the arms, abdomen, shoulders and chest without the extensive scars associated with traditional body-lift surgery.

— Melinda Sheckells, HollywoodReporter, 15 July 2026

Definition of associate

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The spices mingle with the butter, draping over the tomato slices like savory sprinkles that crunch against their tender flesh.

— Jesse Szewczyk, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 July 2026
Judges mingled with customers at a coffee shop before speaking at the domed, ornate Westmoreland County Courthouse.

— ABC News, ABC News, 10 July 2026

Definition of mingle

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More than 40 tall ships from 20 foreign countries participated, traveling through New York Harbor from near Sandy Hook, New Jersey, up to the George Washington Bridge.

— Nicole Jao, USA Today, 6 July 2026
Several Iraqi provinces announced official holidays to allow mourners to travel.

— Xiaoqian Lin, CNN Money, 6 July 2026

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Project work can assess how students communicate, collaborate and adapt, as well as judging the quality of the final submission.

— Dan Fitzpatrick, Forbes.com, 11 July 2026
Spindle said the Samueli Foundation has launched a third fund, OC Plus, that’s aimed at helping local nonprofits collaborate on projects that might be too big, or too complex, for a single nonprofit.

— Andre Mouchard, Oc Register, 10 July 2026

Definition of collaborate

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As fencing takes a backseat in her life, Sullivan, of Madison, said academics, socializing and bringing awareness to issues in women’s sports have become more pressing priorities.

— Elijah Polance, Hartford Courant, 5 July 2026
Think expansive pools and a spa, a gourmet restaurant and bar, an elegant lounge and card rooms, and interior and exterior gathering spaces that are perfect for socializing while maintaining a sense of privacy and exclusivity.

— GL Homes, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026

Definition of socialize

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Fraser Millward is familiar with both venues, having left a 20-year career in London’s theater and live events industry in 2021 to join the organization that runs Aviva, Factory International, as a technician.

— Hanna Ziady, CNN Money, 18 July 2026
Even for those in the financial ‘elite’ that Newcastle hope to join soon, vast transfer spending has rendered sales increasingly integral.

— Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 18 July 2026

Definition of join

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In November, an LLC connected to homebuilder Next Generation Capital bought the property from a family trust, according to the assessor’s office.

— Theresa Clift, Sacbee.com, 11 July 2026
Researchers and psychologists agree that this feeling can fuel anxiety, dissatisfaction, and a constant need to stay connected, for fear of missing an opportunity, an event, or an experience.

— Ana Morales, Vogue, 11 July 2026

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