Top 10 Other Words for Friend (Explained w Examples)

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Do you want to know what other words you can use instead of the word “friend”? Look no further, we have the answers you need. Keep reading and you will find multiple examples and learn how to use them.

Acquaintance

Meaning: A person you know.

Example Sentence: Don’t worry about Johnny, he’s an acquaintance of mine.

Ally

Meaning: A friend who allies with you.

Example Sentence: Jack is more than a friend to me, he’s an ally!

Associate

Meaning: A friend from work, someone you do business with.

Example Sentence: Michael is my associate.

Buddy

Meaning: A good friend.

Example Sentence: Hey man, you’re my buddy, never forget that.

Classmate

Meaning: A friend from class.

Example Sentence: Ginny is my classmate, but I want to ask her out.

Colleague

Meaning: A friend you work with.

Example Sentence: We’re colleagues but we always get drinks together after work

Companion

Meaning: A friend you spend a lot of time with.

Example Sentence: Mikey is my companion through life.

Cousin

Meaning: A friend who you’re blood-related with.

Example Sentence: my cousin Mark is also one of my best friends.

Partner

Meaning: A friend who does something together with you.

Example Sentence: We need to do this together as partners.

Roommate

Meaning: A friend you’re sharing a room or an apartment with.

Example Sentence: my roommate Hilary is so messy.

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