
Acquaintanceship
Not Close Friends
Use 'acquaintanceship' for people you know, but with whom you do not share deep personal connections.
I have an acquaintanceship with a few neighbors; we just say hi.
Professional Context
'Acquaintanceship' often refers to connections made in business or work environments.
My acquaintanceship with the editor began at a networking event.
Short-term Basis
Sometimes 'acquaintanceship' implies that the relationship has not lasted very long.
Their acquaintanceship was brief, only lasting the duration of the course.
Compare with
AssociationCompanionshipConnectionFamiliarityFriendKnowledgeRelationshipUnderstand
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