FRATERNIZE Synonyms: 79 Similar and Opposite Words

fraternize

verb

ˈfra-tər-ˌnīz

Definition of fraternize

as in to associate

to come or be together as friends don't fraternize just with people of the same race, religion, or social background

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as in to mingle

to take part in social activities a group of kids fraternizing together after school every day

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Recent Examples of fraternize The concern of the Wings drafting Fudd There is a reason why so many places of employment have rules about co-workers fraternizing, or dating. — Mac Engel april 16, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 Apr. 2026 In the finale, the method to her upper-echelon bootstrap-yanking is revealed to be procuring young women to fraternize (and more) with a rotating roster of nefarious dinner-party guests—oh, and seemingly also recording these illicit interactions. — Megan McCluskey, Time, 2 Mar. 2026 It was frowned upon to fraternize with opposing players during batting practice, so hugging them in the first inning would be totally out of the question. — Andrew Baggarly, New York Times, 23 Aug. 2025 When Edwards allowed a young boy in a Nuggets jersey to approach him for an autograph, a fan in the bleachers disputed the superstar’s willingness to fraternize with the enemy. — Bennett Durando, Denver Post, 13 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for fraternize

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Definition of associate

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— Tom Smyth, Vulture, 31 Aug. 2026
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Definition of travel

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Definition of mix

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Ramya collaborated with Lotus Bloom and her friend Sandy Gill to customize a Papa Don’t Preach lehenga.

— Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 29 Aug. 2026
The pair collaborated on the track for the band’s third studio album Take the Sadness Out of Saturday Night, and last performed it together in 2020 during a live performance recorded on the rooftop of Electric Lady Studios in New York City.

— Charisma Madarang, Rolling Stone, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of collaborate

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Growing up, Harp spent most of her time with adults, especially her mother, and would rarely socialize with her peers, her brother recalled.

— Hannah Fry, Los Angeles Times, 30 Aug. 2026
Care teams monitored them continuously for signs of adjustment, including eating regularly, exploring their habitats and socializing with each other.

— Thao Nguyen, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of socialize

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Martin, 22, joined the Pride ahead of the 2026 season after signing her first professional contract with the club in January following a standout collegiate career at Georgetown University.

— Kyle Foley, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Aug. 2026
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— Amelia Mugavero, CBS News, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of join

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Purcell played just three quarters for Maine South (1-1), connecting on his first 11 passes.

— Bobby Narang, Chicago Tribune, 29 Aug. 2026
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— Michael Wayland, CNBC, 29 Aug. 2026