comrade

/ˈkɒmreɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

A person who is a member of a group or team, especially one who is associated with a person or organization in a position of equality.

“The soldiers greeted each other as comrades after the long mission.”

2. noun

A person who is a supporter or sympathizer of a particular cause or movement.

“The activist was arrested for being a comrade of the radical group.”

3. noun

A fellow worker or colleague, especially in a factory or industrial setting.

“The workers went on strike to protest the treatment of their comrade by the management.”

4. verb

To be or become a comrade or associate with someone, especially in a friendly or equal manner.

“The two strangers became comrades after working together for months.”

Synonyms

  • ally
  • associate

Antonyms

  • adversary
  • enemy