friendship
- 01 A2 Elementary
the feeling or state of being friends with someone.
the abstract state or condition of being friends; often used in an uncountable sense to describe the concept of mutual support.
Simple“Their friendship grew stronger over the years they spent working together.”
In context“True friendship is often forged in the face of shared adversity, where mutual reliance becomes a necessity rather than a choice.”
UsageOften used as an uncountable noun when referring to the general concept.
Synonyms - 02 A2 Elementary
a particular relationship you have with a specific friend.
a specific, countable relationship between two or more individuals characterized by mutual affection.
Simple“She formed many close friendships during her first year at university.”
In context“The diplomat maintained several lifelong friendships with colleagues from across the globe, despite their differing political views.”
UsageUsed as a countable noun when referring to individual connections.
Synonyms - 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
friendly feelings between different countries or groups of people.
a state of goodwill or cooperation between nations, organisations, or large groups.
Simple“The festival was organized to promote friendship between the two cities.”
In context“The treaty was signed as a gesture of enduring friendship, intended to stabilise the border regions after decades of intermittent conflict.”
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