companionship

noun

com·​pan·​ion·​ship kəm-ˈpan-yən-ˌship How to pronounce companionship (audio)
Synonyms of companionship
: the fellowship existing among companions : company

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They missed the companionship of longtime friends after moving to California.
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According to the National Academies, almost 50% of Americans experienced loneliness and a lack of companionship before the COVID-19 pandemic. — Terri Williams, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026 The Spanish house’s Qixi campaign stars brand ambassador Jiang Qiming in three short films inspired by mime, exploring how affection is expressed through gestures, expressions and companionship. — Denni Hu, Footwear News, 28 July 2026 With the backing of health insurance companies, the Pals provide companionship, transportation, housecleaning services and more. — Los Angeles Times, 20 July 2026 By the time the product was officially launched, this message changed, and the main focus shifted to the companionship part only. — Maryna Holovnova, New Atlas, 19 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for companionship

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First Known Use

1548, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of companionship was in 1548

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“Companionship.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/companionship. Accessed 31 Jul. 2026.

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companionship

noun
com·​pan·​ion·​ship kəm-ˈpan-yən-ˌship How to pronounce companionship (audio)
: the good feeling that comes from being with someone else

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