nounless common
The friendly company of someone, especially when you do not want to be alone.
She enjoys the companionship of her dog.
Common phrases & grammar
enjoy companionship · seek companionship
American English
/kʰm̩ˈpʰæn.jn̩ˌʃɪp̚/
4 syllables · Stress the second syllable.
The friendly company of someone, especially when you do not want to be alone.
Practice out loudThe friendly company of someone, especially when you do not want to be alone.
She enjoys the companionship of her dog.
enjoy companionship · seek companionship