Friendship Vocabulary

verb to act as a friend to; help; aid

• It is important to befriend your colleagues in order to create a positive work environment.
• I decided to befriend my new neighbor by inviting them over for dinner.
• I'm trying to befriend that cool guy from my class so we can hang out more.
• Sometimes it feels like my own thoughts befriend me, keeping me company in times of solitude.

noun A man who is the chief assistant to the bridegroom at a wedding

adjective Describing the man who holds the role of the chief assistant to the bridegroom

• The best man gave a heartfelt speech at the wedding reception.
• I can't believe my brother chose me to be his best man!
• Dude, you were the best man at that party last night!
• In the world of business, he was considered the best man for the job.

noun a close friend or companion

• I appreciate your help, buddy.
• Hey buddy, wanna grab some lunch together?
• What's up, buddy?
• Sometimes our mind can be our own worst buddy.

noun a person with whom one shares a secret or private matter, trusting them not to repeat it to others

• She trusted her confidant with all her secrets and personal thoughts.
• I always turn to my best friend as my confidant whenever I need advice.
• I spill all my tea to my confidant because I know they won't judge me.
• In the world of chess, the queen is considered the king's confidant and most trusted advisor.

noun an act of kindness or a preference for one option over another

verb to support or prefer one option over another

• I would like to ask for a favor from you regarding the upcoming project presentation.
• Hey, can you do me a favor and pick up my dry cleaning on your way home?
• Do me a solid and cover my shift tomorrow, I'll owe you a favor.
• The weather forecast is not in our favor for the outdoor event.

noun A female friend with whom one has a close and personal relationship

• My girlfriend and I have been together for three years.
• I'm going out with my girlfriend tonight.
• Me and my girl are hitting up the mall later.
• My car has been my girlfriend for years, always there for me when I need it.

verb to spend time with someone in a casual or relaxed way

• I prefer to hang around with colleagues who share similar professional interests.
• I like to hang around with my friends after work.
• I love hanging around with my squad on weekends.
• Negative thoughts tend to hang around with me during stressful times.

noun a place where one regularly spends time or socializes with others

• We scheduled a meeting at the local cafe to hangout and discuss the project.
• Let's hangout at my place and watch some movies.
• I'm down to hangout at the park and chill with some friends.
• Sometimes I just need to hangout with myself and clear my mind.

noun a feeling or emotion that warms the heart; something that evokes positive emotions

adjective causing feelings of warmth and happiness; emotionally uplifting

• The heartwarming speech delivered by the president brought tears to the audience's eyes.
• Watching the video of the soldier reuniting with his dog was so heartwarming.
• That movie was totally heartwarming, it made me feel all warm and fuzzy inside.
• Her kindness and generosity were like a heartwarming blanket on a cold winter's night.

adjective showing a lack of consideration for others; thoughtless

• It was inconsiderate of him to speak loudly during the meeting.
• She was being so inconsiderate by not cleaning up after herself in the kitchen.
• I can't believe how inconsiderate he was for not inviting me to the party.
• His inconsiderate actions left a trail of hurt feelings in their wake.

noun a person who jokes or teases in a playful manner

• The professor was known for being a kidder in the classroom, often lightening the mood with his witty jokes.
• My uncle is quite the kidder, always teasing us at family gatherings.
• My best friend is such a kidder, always cracking jokes and making everyone laugh.
• The comedian was a master kidder, able to playfully poke fun at serious topics in his stand-up routines.

verb to direct one's gaze in a specific direction

preposition used to indicate the direction or object of one's gaze or attention

• When faced with a difficult decision, many people look to experts for guidance.
• If you're not sure what to do, you can always look to me for help.
• When in doubt, just look to your squad for advice.
• In times of uncertainty, it's important to look to the stars for inspiration.

noun a word that functions as the name of a specific person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or a state of being

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

• It is inappropriate to make fun of someone's appearance.
• Don't make fun of her, she's sensitive about that.
• Stop making fun of him, it's not cool.
• It's not nice to make fun of someone's insecurities.

adjective relating to or marked by a relationship in which desire for sexual activity has been suppressed or sublimated

• Their relationship was strictly platonic, based on mutual respect and admiration.
• Don't worry, we're just friends - it's totally platonic.
• Nah, we're just buddies, nothing platonic going on.
• The artist's love for painting was almost platonic in its purity and devotion.

verb to support or defend someone or something, especially in a difficult situation

• It is important to stick up for your beliefs in a professional setting.
• I always stick up for my friends when they need help.
• I'll always stick up for my crew no matter what.
• Sometimes you have to stick up for yourself and assert your boundaries.

noun a feeling of concern, interest, or support for someone or something

verb to look after and provide for someone or something; to be cautious or careful

• It is important to take care of your health by eating a balanced diet and exercising regularly.
• Make sure to take care of yourself by getting enough rest and staying hydrated.
• Don't forget to take care of yourself and chill out once in a while.
• In life, we must always remember to take care of our relationships and nurture them with love and understanding.

noun a quality or state of being tender; kindness, gentleness, or affection

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• The doctor noted the tenderness in the patient's abdomen during the examination.
• She showed great tenderness towards her newborn baby.
• I can't believe he had the tenderness to apologize after what he did.
• The tenderness of her words brought comfort to his heart.

noun a word that functions as the name of a specific person, place, thing, or idea

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun (or pronoun) and other words in a sentence

• I was wondering about the protocol for submitting a complaint, asking for a friend.
• Can you tell me if it's okay to bring a plus one to the party, asking for a friend?
• Is it cool to borrow your car for the weekend, asking for a friend?
• Do you think it's worth investing in cryptocurrency, asking for a friend?

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or state of being

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun

pronoun a word that takes the place of a noun

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence

• It is important for all team members to be cool with the new project timeline.
• Hey, are you cool with going to the concert next weekend?
• I'm totally cool with skipping class and hanging out instead.
• She needs to learn to be cool with unexpected changes in plans.

noun a day to celebrate female friendships, typically observed on February 13th

• Galentine’s day is a day dedicated to celebrating the strong bonds of friendship among women.
• Hey, are we still on for our Galentine’s day brunch tomorrow?
• Galentine’s day is the perfect excuse for a girls' night out.
• To me, Galentine’s day represents the importance of female solidarity and support.

noun ILU is an acronym for 'I love you', expressing affection or love towards someone.

• ILU stands for International Labour Organization, which is a specialized agency of the United Nations.
• I just learned that ILU in texting language means 'I love you'.
• ILU is often used in chat conversations to express affection towards someone.
• In the world of emojis, ILU can be represented by a heart symbol followed by the letters U.

noun a word that functions as the name of a specific person, place, or thing

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

adjective a word or phrase naming an attribute, added to or grammatically related to a noun to modify or describe it

article a word that is used with a noun to specify grammatical definiteness of the noun, and in some languages extending to volume or numerical scope

• I would like to ask if you could do me a solid by submitting the report before the deadline.
• Hey, can you do me a solid and cover my shift tomorrow?
• Yo, do me a solid and grab me a drink from the fridge.
• Sometimes in life, you just have to do someone a solid without expecting anything in return.

noun a gathering of friends to celebrate Thanksgiving or a Thanksgiving-like meal together

• We are planning to host a Friendsgiving celebration this year.
• Let's have a Friendsgiving potluck with all our friends!
• Who's coming to our Friendsgiving shindig?
• Friendsgiving is like a big family reunion with chosen family members.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or state of being

pronoun a word that takes the place of a noun

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence

• I won't lie to you, the company is facing financial difficulties.
• I won't lie to you, that movie was terrible.
• I won't lie to you, that party was lit.
• I won't lie to you, the truth is like a mirror, it always reflects reality.

noun In this context, BBFL is a proper noun representing a specific type of relationship or bond between individuals.

• The business partners have been friends for years and consider each other to be BBFLs.
• I told my BBFL all about my crush on that guy from work.
• Me and my BBFL are going shopping this weekend.
• The bond between the two sisters was so strong, they were like BBFLs.

noun a blend of the words 'friends' and 'family', used to describe a group of people who are both friends and family to each other

• The concept of framily, a mix of friends and family, is becoming more prevalent in modern society.
• I love spending time with my framily on weekends, we always have a great time together.
• My framily is the best, we always have each other's backs no matter what.
• The roots of our framily run deep, connecting us in ways that go beyond blood relations.

noun a colloquial term for friends or close companions

• The affies between the two companies have led to a successful collaboration.
• I can always count on my affies to have my back.
• Me and my affies are planning to hit up the beach this weekend.
• The affies between creativity and innovation can lead to groundbreaking ideas.