Camaraderie
/ˌkæməˈrɑːdəri/noun
A spirit of friendship and community among a group of people.
Did you know?The word 'camaraderie' stems from 'camarade', which means 'roommate'—implying a deep connection forged through shared spaces and experiences!
Etymological Timeline
Old French
Old French
camarade
“a companion or a person sharing a room.”
14th Century
Old French
camarade
“one who shares quarters or company.”
16th Century
Latin
camarata
“a group sharing a chamber.”
17th Century
English
camaraderie
“a sense of friendship and loyalty among comrades.”
Modern English
English
camaraderie
“an established term for the bond among people sharing experiences.”