friendship noun friend· ship ˈfren (d)-ˌship 1 : the state of being friends they have a long-standing friendship 2 : the quality or state of being friendly : friendliness the friendship shown him by his coworkers 3 obsolete : aid Synonyms amity benevolence brotherhood charity cordiality cordialness fellowship friendliness gemütlichkeit
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t. e. Friendship is a relationship of mutual affection between people. [1] It is a stronger form of interpersonal bond than an "acquaintance" or an "association", such as a classmate, neighbor, coworker, or colleague. In some cultures, the concept of friendship is restricted to a small number of very deep relationships; in others, such as the U.S. and Canada, a person could have many friends, and perhaps a more intense relationship with one or two people, who may be called …
friendship, a state of enduring affection, esteem, intimacy, and trust between two people. In all cultures, friendships are important relationships throughout a person’s life span. Friendship is generally characterized by five defining features: Such features differentiate friendship from several related phenomena.
Friendship makes life more enjoyable and enriches one's everyday experiences. Finding friends can be challenging but can be often achieved by approaching others with mutual interests. The first
A friend is someone that you share close affection with. You share some common beliefs and values with friends. Friends can be in person or online, your next-door neighbor friend, or a friend 1,000 miles away. Often, a friend is someone you trust or enjoy being around.
I thought that no one but myself . . .”. “A friend is someone who knows all about you and still loves you.”. “Good friends, good books, and a sleepy conscience: this is the ideal life.”. “It is not a lack of love, but a lack of friendship that makes unhappy marriages.”. “The truth is, …
6 Ways Friendship Is Good for Your Health Reduced loneliness Less stress Emotional support Personal growth Sense of belonging Resilience Making friends Takeaway Most people count good friends
Friendships are bonds between two or more people who want to engage with one another. It involves having mutual interest in each other’s thoughts, feelings and experiences. Friendships work on reciprocity of trust, respect, emotional support and admiration. What are the four types of friendships?
Friendship. First published Tue May 17, 2005; substantive revision Fri Jul 30, 2021. Friendship, as understood here, is a distinctively personal relationship that is grounded in a concern on the part of each friend for the welfare of the other, for the other’s sake, and that involves some degree of intimacy. As such, friendship is undoubtedly central to our lives, in part because the special concern we have for our friends must have a place within a broader set of …