Fraternization (Noun)
Meaning
Associating with others in a brotherly or friendly way; especially with an enemy.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- Military personnel are often warned against fraternization with enemy forces during time of war.
- The captain ordered his crew to cease all fraternization with the rival team to avoid any conflicts.
- During the brief period of peace, there was an increase in fraternization between the warring nations' citizens.
- Fraternization between rival gangs is strictly forbidden by the neighborhood watch.
- Some critics argued that fraternization between government officials and corporate leaders led to undue influence and corruption.