comradely

[ kom-rad-lee, -rid- ]

adjective

1. of, like, or befitting a comrade:

   a comradely pat on the shoulder.

Other Words From

• comrade·li·ness noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of comradely¹

First recorded in 1875–80; comrade + -ly

Example Sentences

Kimmel, Stewart, and Colbert all share a manager and a comradely respect for each other.

From The Daily Beast

I have honestly tried my best to set the claims of Socialism before you in plain language and with comradely spirit.

From Project Gutenberg

The British dead can rest content and comradely beneath the monument of so gallant a foe.

From Project Gutenberg

Kate's was the bright smile of a comradely fellow creature who asked him to play a straight game.

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And they hit him on the back with comradely blows—and maybe they did a little crying themselves.

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The intruder, clutching at one of the show-cases for support, forced a comradely smile.

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Related Words

• affable
• affectionate
• amiable
• amicable
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• beneficial
• chummy
• cordial
• familiar
• favorable
• good
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• loyal
• neighborly
• peaceful
• receptive
• sympathetic
• welcoming