Definitions

1. verb

to behave or conduct oneself in a specified way; to be in a particular state or condition

“The tourists will befriend the locals and be bef, respectful and open-minded.”

2. verb

to befriend; to make friends with

“She chose to befriend him after meeting at the charity event.”

3. verb

to befriend, especially at the beginning of a friendship

“They befriended each other by attending the same college.”

4. verb

to befriend, especially someone who is lonely or isolated

“The volunteer befriended the elderly woman and visited her regularly.”

5. verb

to befriend, especially someone who is shy or unpopular

“The teacher befriended the shy student and encouraged her to join the class.”