Word: Friend

Pronunciation

/frend/

Definitions

• Noun: A person with whom one has a bond of mutual affection, typically exclusive of sexual or family relations. For example: “She’s been my best friend since childhood.”
  • As a countable noun: “I have many friends from different countries.”
  • As an uncountable noun (informal): “Friendship is more important than money.”
• Verb: (rarely used) To make friends with someone; to befriend. For example: “He quickly friended everyone in his new class.”

Phrases

• “A friend in need is a friend indeed”: This proverb emphasizes that true friendship is demonstrated by helping during difficult times.
• “Make friends”: To establish a friendly relationship with someone.
• “Best friends forever (BFF)”: Refers to a close and long-lasting friendship.
• “Old friend”: Someone who has been a friend for a long time.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “They spent their weekend having a picnic with some close friends.”
• Verb: “Moving to a new school forced him to friend people quickly to feel included.”

Synonyms

• Companion
• Acquaintance
• Buddy
• Pal
• Confidant
• Chum
• Ally
• Mate (British English)
• Amigo (Spanish)

Antonyms

• Enemy
• Foe
• Rival
• Stranger