fellowship
9 synonyms and 1 antonym for fellowship, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A shared feeling of friendship and connection among people, or a group bound by common interests.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use fellowship
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a sense of fellowship
apply for a fellowship
a research fellowship
Etymology
From Middle English felowschipe, built from "fellow" plus "-ship" — the state of being fellows together.
Full origin of fellowship →Frequently asked questions
What does “fellowship” mean?
The word “fellowship” means a shared feeling of friendship and connection among people, or a group bound by common interests. In plain terms, either the warm feeling of belonging with others, or a paid academic/research post awarded competitively.
How do you pronounce “fellowship”?
“Fellowship” is pronounced FEHL-uh-shihp (/ˈfɛl.ə.ʃɪp/ in IPA).
How do you use “fellowship” in a sentence?
Here is “fellowship” used in a sentence: “There was a real sense of fellowship among the volunteers.”
What part of speech is “fellowship”?
“Fellowship” is a noun.
Where does the word “fellowship” come from?
The word “fellowship” comes from Middle English. From Middle English felowschipe, built from "fellow" plus "-ship" — the state of being fellows together.
Is “fellowship” a common word?
“Fellowship” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “fellowship” have?
“Fellowship” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a shared feeling of friendship and connection among people, or a group bound by common interests.
What is the difference between a "fellowship" and a "scholarship"?
A fellowship is typically a funded position for advanced research or specialized training, often at the postgraduate level, while a scholarship usually funds a student's tuition or study without necessarily requiring research work.
What is the difference between "fellowship" and "friendship"?
"Fellowship" describes a shared feeling of camaraderie among a group bound by common interests, while "friendship" more narrowly describes a close bond between two individuals.
What is the difference between a "fellowship" and an "internship"?
A fellowship generally involves advanced, often research-based training for people who already hold relevant qualifications, while an internship is usually an entry-level placement for students or early-career workers gaining initial experience.
