Amitia
/əˈmɪʧ.ə/noun
A rare term referring to a deep friendship or bond between individuals.
Did you know?The term 'Amitia' is rooted in ancient practices that celebrated bonds as sacred, often invoking deities to bless friendships with divine favor.
Etymological Timeline
Latin
Latin
amici
“friends or allies, often with a connotation of loyalty.”
Medieval Latin
Medieval Latin
amitia
“the state of being friends or the bond of friendship.”
Middle English
Middle English
amitie
“a term denoting friendship, kinship, or brotherhood.”
Modern English
English
amitia
“refers to a deep friendship, often used in literary contexts.”