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camaraderie
/ˌkæm.əˈrɑː.də.ri/
trust and friendship among peers
The team's camaraderie made them unstoppable on the field.
The strong bond and mutual trust among teammates contributed to their success.
formal
A feeling of trust, loyalty, and friendship among people who spend time together.
The soldiers' camaraderie helped them survive the harsh conditions of war.
The strong bonds of trust and friendship among the soldiers sustained them during difficult times.
Building camaraderie in the workplace leads to higher productivity.
Fostering a sense of trust and friendship among colleagues improves team performance.
Often used to describe relationships in teams, military units, or close-knit groups. Slightly more formal than 'friendship' or 'fellowship'.
Collocations
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Pro Tip
Avoid overusing in casual speech
While 'camaraderie' is a useful word, it can sound overly formal in everyday conversation. Use simpler alternatives like 'friendship' or 'team spirit' in casual settings.
Gold Rule
Use with shared context
Camaraderie implies a shared experience or goal. It's best used when describing relationships formed through mutual effort or adversity, such as in teams, military units, or close-knit communities.
Word Origin
From French 'camaraderie', derived from 'camarade' meaning 'comrade' (originally from Spanish 'camarada', from 'cámara' meaning 'chamber', implying 'roommate' or 'companion'). The word entered English in the early 19th century.
Usage Notes
Used in both formal and informal contexts but leans slightly formal. Common in discussions about teamwork, military units, or close social groups. Avoid using it to describe superficial friendliness; it implies deep, mutual trust.
Word Breakdown
camarade
comrade or companion
root-erie
suffix indicating a state or quality
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