confrerie
noun
Pronunciation: /ˈkɒnfrəri/
Definition
A brotherhood or association, especially one formed for a religious or charitable purpose or for mutual support among members.
Examples
The medieval confrerie of weavers played a significant role in the city's economy.
Membership in the confrerie offered protection and assistance to traveling merchants.
How to Use confrerie
- confrerie of X (prepositional phrase)
- An association composed of members of a specific group or with a shared characteristic. — "The confrerie of the Holy Sacrament met weekly for prayer and reflection."
- a religious confrerie (collocation)
- An association formed for religious purposes. — "The confrerie organized pilgrimages and charitable donations."
Synonyms of confrerie
Words with a similar meaning to confrerie:
Antonyms of confrerie
Words with the opposite meaning to confrerie:
Browse the full Anaversity dictionary