Synonyms for

Friends

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

Definition

People whom one knows and with whom one has a bond of mutual affection, typically exclusive of sexual or family relations.

Synonyms & similar words

stranger booster protagonist quaker champion admirer friend foe ally acquaintance supporter buddies pals mates companions associates allies confidants chums acquaintances colleagues comrades cronies homies sidekicks amigos bffs besties mateship peeps supporters

Synonyms by register

Formal

colleagues associates acquaintances

Informal

buddies pals mates chums homies

Literary

confidants compatriots kindred spirits

Antonyms

enemies foes adversaries rivals opponents strangers

Common collocations

  • close friends
  • best friends
  • old friends
  • make friends
  • good friends
  • true friends
  • childhood friends
  • friends forever

Word family

noun friendship
verb befriend
adjective friendly

Usage note

While 'friends' is generally positive, 'friends with benefits' refers to a casual sexual relationship without romantic commitment.

Example sentences

  1. I went to the park with my friends.
  2. My friends and I played video games together.
  3. I made friends with my new neighbor.
  4. My friends helped me with my homework.
  5. I love spending time with my friends.

Quotes

  • Wishing to be friends is quick work, but friendship is a slow-ripening fruit.
  • A true friend is the greatest of all blessings.
  • A friend is one who knows you and loves you just the same.

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