friendship

Definition

  • noun: the state of being friends
  • noun: the state of being 'friends'
  • synonyms: friendliness, amity, help

Examples

  • She formed many lasting 'friendships' [=she made and kept many friends] during her time in college.

  • They have a long-standing 'friendship'. [=they have been friends for a long time]

  • He was encouraged by the 'friendship' his coworkers showed him.

Movie quotes

  • (..) But you have some strength in you,my dear Hobbit. What happened,Gandalf? -Why didn't you meet us? -I am sorry,Frodo. I was delayed. A friendship with Saruman is not lightly thrown aside. One ill turn deserves another. It is over. Embrace the power of the Ring... ...or embrace your own destruction! (..)
    2001 The Lord of the Rings: The Fellowship of the Ring