camaraderie

Rarely com·rade·ry

[kah-muh-rah-duh-ree, -rad-uh-, kam-uh-]

noun

1. a spirit of trust and goodwill among people closely associated in an activity or endeavor.

   Employees are being offered an opportunity to experience the camaraderie and encouragement that comes from being part of a fitness challenge team.

   Synonyms: brotherhood, bonhomie, conviviality

camaraderie

/ ˌkæməˈrɑːdərɪ /

noun

1. a spirit of familiarity and trust existing between friends

Word History and Origins

Origin of camaraderie¹

First recorded in 1830–40; from French, equivalent to camarade comrade + -erie -ery

Word History and Origins

Origin of camaraderie¹

C19: from French, from _comrade

Example Sentences

Even for seasoned Oasis tour vets, the outpouring of goodwill and camaraderie between the band and fans has been invigorating.

From Los Angeles Times

But it was impossible not to notice, beyond the cool splashing and camaraderie, a charred and empty landscape.

From Los Angeles Times

Much like Smith, who touted the physical nature of the courts that built a competitive atmosphere while also building a family, Alston understands the way basketball fosters camaraderie.

From Los Angeles Times

Adaobi, another Black Girl Gamer, says the camaraderie buffers the times when she joins public online game sessions outside the group and faces misogynistic or racist abuse.

From BBC

This army felt completely different to Yavar: "It was wonderful camaraderie. There were British and Indians mixing with each other."

From BBC

Related Words

• companionship 
• intimacy 
• togetherness