Friendship Terms

noun a word or phrase expressing love or affection

adjective used to describe something that is meant to express love or affection

• The politician used the endearment 'my fellow citizens' in his speech to connect with the audience.
• She always calls her best friend 'sweetie' as a term of endearment.
• I love it when my grandma calls me 'pumpkin' as a cute endearment.
• The old man's wrinkled face held a certain endearment that made everyone feel warm and welcome.

noun a boy or young man

• The young lad demonstrated exceptional skills in mathematics.
• Hey lad, wanna grab some lunch together?
• That lad is always up for some mischief.
• He's the lad who always brings a smile to everyone's face.

noun a type of love that is purely spiritual and not physical in nature

• Platonic love is a type of love that is purely spiritual and not physical.
• Many people believe that platonic love can exist between friends of the opposite sex.
• Platonic love is like having a best friend that you also care deeply about.
• In literature, platonic love is often portrayed as a noble and idealistic form of love.

adjective describing something of such great value that it cannot be measured or compared

• The artwork in the museum is truly priceless and cannot be replaced.
• The look on her face when she saw the surprise party was priceless.
• When she slipped on the banana peel, her expression was just priceless!
• His friendship is truly priceless, worth more than any material possession.

noun a term of endearment used to refer to a loved one or someone who is sweet or kind

• The teacher addressed the young students as 'sweetie' to create a warm and friendly atmosphere in the classroom.
• Hey sweetie, do you want to grab some ice cream later?
• What's up, sweetie? You lookin' fine today!
• Her voice was as sweet as honey, making everyone feel like they were her sweetie.

noun a slang term used to refer to a close friend or brother

• The term 'bruv' is often used in informal settings among friends.
• Hey bruv, what's good?
• Bruv, you coming to the party tonight?
• In some cultures, 'bruv' is a term of endearment among close friends.

adjective showing love or fondness

adverb in a way that shows love or fondness

• The elderly couple affectionately held hands as they walked through the park.
• My dog affectionately greets me every time I come home.
• She affectionately refers to her best friend as her 'ride or die'.
• The artist affectionately painted the canvas with vibrant colors and bold strokes.