Synonyms for

Buddies

Verb / ˈbʌdi:z / Another word for buddies — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Buddies means close friends or companions.

Synonyms & similar words

brother chum crony buddy pal sidekick friends pals mates comrades chums companions bros homies amigos buddos cronies confidants associates allies partners fellows cohorts sidekicks accomplices collaborators

Synonyms by register

Formal

colleagues associates compatriots

Informal

pals mates chums cronies gang

Literary

comrades kindred spirits

Antonyms

enemies rivals opponents adversaries strangers detractors

Common collocations

  • good buddies
  • old buddies
  • best buddies
  • close buddies
  • making buddies
  • buddies for life
  • buddies and pals

Word family

noun buddy

Usage note

Buddy is an informal term for a friend. It can sometimes imply a closer, more casual relationship than 'friend'.

Example sentences

  1. I have two buddies in my class.
  2. My buddies and I always sit together at lunch.
  3. We are buddies because we like the same things.
  4. I can always count on my buddies to help me.
  5. My buddies and I are going to the park to play.

Quotes

  • A buddy will keep you honest and a good friend will tell you the truth.
  • A true buddy is someone who thinks that you are a good egg even though he knows that you are slightly cracked.
  • Real buddies help you up when you fall down. If they can't, they lie down beside you and listen.

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