Synonyms for

Neighbour

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

Definition

a person living next door to or very near to the speaker or person referred to

Synonyms & similar words

neighbor neighbor resident inhabitant dweller occupant compatriot fellowman fellowwoman kinsman kinswoman friend acquaintance associate ally colleague partner mate companion

Synonyms by register

Formal

cohabitant fellow resident adjunct

Informal

neighborly pal buddy mate

Literary

kinsman brethren fellow soul

Antonyms

stranger outsider enemy foe rival opponent

Common collocations

  • next-door neighbour
  • good neighbour
  • friendly neighbour
  • across the street
  • neighbourhood watch
  • close neighbour
  • distant neighbour
  • ideal neighbour

Word family

noun neighbourhood
verb neighbour
adjective neighbourly
adverb neighbourly

Usage note

The spelling 'neighbor' is standard in American English, while 'neighbour' is standard in British English. The word often carries a positive connotation of friendliness and community spirit.

Example sentences

  1. My neighbour has a cat that always comes to visit me.
  2. I borrowed some sugar from my neighbour to make cookies.
  3. My neighbour's dog barks a lot and it's hard to sleep at night.
  4. I can see my neighbour's garden from my window and it's so pretty.
  5. My neighbour invited me over for dinner and it was delicious.

Quotes

  • Love thy neighbor as thyself.
  • Good fences make good neighbors.
  • A good neighbor is a fellow who smiles at you over the back fence, but doesn't climb over it.

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