Word FRIEND: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

friend

🇺🇸 [frɛnd]

Meanings

A person with whom one shares a bond of mutual affection, typically one exclusive of sexual or family relations. Friends often provide emotional support, companionship, and assistance in times of need.

Examples

• She is my best friend, and we’ve known each other for years.
• He called his friend to ask for advice about the job offer.
• They became fast friends after working together on the project.

Synonyms

companion • ally • buddy

Antonyms

enemy • rival • stranger