camaraderie

[ kah-muh-rah-duh-ree, -rad-uh-, kam-uh- ]

noun

1. a spirit of trust and goodwill among people closely associated in an activity or endeavor:

   Employees are being offered an opportunity to experience the camaraderie and encouragement that comes from being part of a fitness challenge team.

   Synonyms: brotherhood, bonhomie, conviviality

camaraderie

/ ˌkæməˈrɑːdərɪ /

noun

1. a spirit of familiarity and trust existing between friends

Word History and Origins

Origin of camaraderie¹

First recorded in 1830–40; from French, equivalent to camarade comrade + -erie -ery

Word History and Origins

Origin of camaraderie¹

C19: from French, from comrade

Example Sentences

The power of human connection, from the camaraderie among amateur home bakers to the euphoria of sports fans supporting their team, is not just part of Schur and Danson’s repartee.

From Los Angeles Times

“The camaraderie that we’ve built between us now has really given us a lot of empowerment,” Lindsay says.

From BBC

He embodies the modern take on the role, engaging viewers not only with analysis but also fun-loving camaraderie shared between analysts and presenter.

From BBC

But as adult traveling companions, their longtime dynamic too often creates more stress than camaraderie.

From Los Angeles Times

According to Bob Miles, group secretary and one of its founder members, a "key part" of Wharfedale Men's Shed is friendship and camaraderie.

From BBC

Related Words

• companionship
• intimacy
• togetherness