Synonyms for

Fellowship

Verb / ˈfeləʊˌʃɪp / Another word for fellowship — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Fellowship means a friendly association with people who share the same interests.

Synonyms & similar words

company family companionship society companionship camaraderie friendship association society club brotherhood sisterhood unity solidarity cooperation collaboration partnership alliance league fraternity guild order organization union

Synonyms by register

Formal

camaraderie association comradeship fraternity

Informal

buddy-buddy pals gang crew

Literary

kinship brotherhood communion

Antonyms

isolation loneliness solitude estrangement disunity apartness

Common collocations

  • fellowship hall
  • fellowship program
  • fellowship award
  • fellowship opportunities
  • fellowship recipient
  • fellowship committee
  • fellowship group

Word family

noun fellowship
verb fellow
adjective fellowly

Usage note

Fellowship often implies a shared purpose or interest, distinguishing it from mere companionship. It can also refer to a grant or scholarship for advanced study.

Example sentences

  1. I am excited to join the fellowship of artists at the museum.
  2. The church offers a fellowship program for young adults to meet new friends.
  3. The students formed a fellowship to study together for their exams.
  4. The members of the hiking club enjoy the fellowship of exploring nature together.
  5. The charity organization promotes fellowship among volunteers who want to help those in need.

Quotes

  • The sweetest fellowship is that which is experienced when we are closest to Christ and in fellowship with His children.
  • The most important thing is fellowship with the Holy Spirit.
  • Fellowship is a place of grace, where mistakes aren't rubbed in but rubbed out. Fellowship happens when mercy wins over justice.

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