buddy (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈbʌdi/

Definition

A close friend or companion.

Examples

• He's been my best buddy since kindergarten.

• Don't worry, I'll help you out, buddy.

• She introduced me to her new buddy from work.

How to Use buddy

my buddy (collocation)

Referring to a close friend. — "I'm going to the movies with my buddy tonight."

hey buddy (collocation)

An informal greeting to a friend. — "Hey buddy, what's up?"

Synonyms of buddy

Words with a similar meaning to buddy:

• pal
• mate
• friend
• companion

Antonyms of buddy

Words with the opposite meaning to buddy:

• enemy
• stranger

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