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fraternity
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The word 'fraternity' is correct and usable in written English.
You can use it to refer to a close-knit group of people, or a social organization or club. For example, "He was very proud to be accepted into the university's fraternity."
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Alternative expressions(9)
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60 human-written examples
His Drake edits pair the Torontonian Andrex puppy with mournful 160bpm workouts, and he's part of the Teklife fraternity alongside DJ Spinn et al. Check the recent Buy Now EP, in which he takes 80s boogie – SOS Band, Roy Ayers, Shalamar – and whips round the tempo dial until they're chirruping at breakneck speed.
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"It is good for my players to have sex at lunchtime, then train," said Meyer, who, somewhat surprisingly, received support from the rest of the German coaching fraternity.
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Like Channing Tatum, Efron has clocked that beefcake is best served with a side of irony: he's both gleefully repellent and improbably vulnerable as the dimwitted, near-sociopathic president of a party-hearty college fraternity who resolves to make life a living hell for the obliviously square thirtysomething couple (Seth Rogen and Rose Byrne) living next door.
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The Labour tribe – and the polling fraternity – are haunted by the experience of 1992, when the 10pm poll prepared the nation for Prime Minister Neil Kinnock.
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The next step is a public display of fraternity, with organisational networks established between Ukrainian political activists and the Russian opposition to Putin's regime.
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He urged the Kino supporters to "never tire of working to build fraternity and welcome against discrimination and exclusion".
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After all, it was something of an insult to regular R&B singers to suggest they couldn't be a little sad or strung out, while it was limiting to the indie fraternity to insist that all their songs go without a tune.
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In fact, I'd say car drivers in general deserve more credit than they get from the cycling fraternity, because I don't recall ever seeing a car driver spot a space on a fully loaded zebra crossing that's a couple of centimetres wider than his car, put his head down, cross to the wrong side of the road, and bolt through at full speed.
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This hashtag was started by fraternity and sorority members to let the world know they're nothing like we might think – they have been to other countries, wear Carhartts, go to church and have some income that doesn't come from their parents.
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When Friedel made his debut, James was desperate for it to go horribly wrong – "every time the ball went near him I was thinking: 'Go on, drop it.'" – and if that sounds remarkably self‑centred it is far from the only story of this kind in the goalkeeping fraternity.
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In 1930s and 40s Havana, the Buena Vista Social Club was a kind of Cabildo, or fraternity, of a type popular before the revolution, when many social clubs were determined by ethnicity.
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
When referring to a college "fraternity", ensure you capitalize the name of the fraternity itself (e.g., Sigma Alpha Epsilon).
Common error
Avoid using "fraternity" to refer to all-female organizations; the correct term for a female organization is "sorority".
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Linguistic Context
The word "fraternity" functions primarily as a noun, denoting a group of people sharing common interests, a sense of brotherhood, or a formal organization, particularly in the context of college or university societies. Ludwig provides examples showing its use in various contexts.
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Formal & Business
30%
Science
15%
Less common in
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5%
Encyclopedias
5%
Wiki
5%
Ludwig's WRAP-UP
The term "fraternity" is a commonly used noun with multiple meanings, primarily referring to brotherhood, a close-knit group, or a formal organization—especially in the context of colleges and universities. Ludwig confirms that "fraternity" is grammatically correct and widely applicable. It's important to distinguish "fraternity" from "sorority" (for female organizations) and to capitalize the specific name of a fraternity when referring to it. While often neutral in tone, context dictates formality. Related terms include "brotherhood", "fellowship", and "community".
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
brotherhood
Focuses specifically on the bond between brothers or like-minded individuals.
fellowship
Emphasizes shared interests and a sense of companionship within a group.
community
Refers to a broader group of people living in the same place or having particular characteristics in common.
association
Highlights the formal organization or coming together of people for a specific purpose.
sodality
Denotes a society or association, often with religious or charitable aims.
league
Suggests a formal alliance or union of people or groups.
guild
Refers to a medieval association of craftsmen or merchants, now often used more broadly.
society
Indicates a group of people living together in an ordered community.
kinship
Highlights the bond of blood, marriage, or adoption, emphasizing familial connection.
union
Emphasizes the act of joining together or the state of being united.
FAQs
How is "fraternity" used in a sentence?
You can use "fraternity" to refer to a group of people sharing common interests or a formal organization. For example, "He joined a college "fraternity"", or "There's a strong sense of "fraternity" among the workers".
What are some synonyms for "fraternity"?
Alternatives for "fraternity" include "brotherhood", "fellowship", "community", and "association". The best choice depends on the specific context.
Is "fraternity" applicable to mixed-gender groups?
Traditionally, "fraternity" refers to all-male groups. However, the term can be used more broadly to describe a sense of camaraderie or community that isn't gender-specific, though using alternative terms like "fellowship" or "community" may be clearer.
What is the difference between a "fraternity" and a "sorority"?
A "fraternity" is a social organization for male students, while a "sorority" is a similar organization for female students. Both are common in colleges and universities.
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
89%
Authority and reliability
4.5/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested