Fraternize

Pronunciation: /ˈfreɪtərˌnaɪz/

Definitions of fraternize

verb to associate or socialize in a friendly manner, especially with members of a group or organization

Example Sentences

A1 I don't like to fraternize with strangers.

A2 She enjoys fraternizing with her coworkers after work.

B1 It is important for diplomats to fraternize with officials from other countries.

B2 The soldiers were ordered not to fraternize with the enemy forces.

C1 The CEO was criticized for fraternizing with competitors at a social event.

C2 Despite their political differences, the leaders continued to fraternize at international summits.

Examples of fraternize in a Sentence

formal It is not appropriate for employees to fraternize with clients outside of work.

informal Let's fraternize after work at the new bar down the street.

slang I heard they got in trouble for fraternizing at the office party.

figurative The two political parties rarely fraternize on important issues.

Grammatical Forms of fraternize

• past tense: fraternized
• plural: fraternizes
• comparative: more fraternized
• superlative: most fraternized
• present tense: fraternize
• future tense: will fraternize
• perfect tense: has fraternized
• continuous tense: is fraternizing
• singular: fraternizes
• positive degree: fraternize
• infinitive: to fraternize
• gerund: fraternizing
• participle: fraternizing

Origin and Evolution of fraternize

First Known Use: 1652 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'fraternize' originated from the Latin word 'fraternus' meaning 'brotherly'.

Evolution of the word: Originally used to describe forming a brotherly bond or relationship, the word 'fraternize' has evolved to also mean socializing or associating familiarly with others, especially those considered enemies or adversaries.