neighborly

Thân thiện

The new family received a neighborly welcome with a basket of fresh-baked cookies.

Definition

Adjective: - Exhibiting the qualities expected in a friendly neighbor; characterized by kindness, helpfulness, and a sense of community toward those who live nearby.

Usage

The adjective "neighborly" describes behavior that is friendly, cooperative, and considerate, typical of a good neighbor. It is used to characterize actions, attitudes, or atmospheres.

Examples

• The neighborly offer to water our plants while we were away was deeply appreciated.
• They have a very neighborly relationship, often sharing tools and helping with small chores.
• A sense of neighborly goodwill is strong in this small town.

Advanced Usage

• In a neighborly fashion/way/manner: Used as an adverbial phrase to describe how an action is performed.
  • He always acts in a neighborly fashion, greeting everyone on the street.
• Neighborly advice/gesture/visit: Common collocations describing specific friendly acts.
  • It began as a simple neighborly visit but turned into a lasting friendship.

Variants and Related Words

• Neighbor (noun/verb): A person living near another; to be situated next to.
• Neighborliness (noun): The quality or state of being neighborly.
  • The neighborliness of the community made it a wonderful place to live.

Synonyms

• Friendly
• Amicable
• Hospitable
• Sociable
• Kindly

Antonyms

• Unfriendly
• Hostile
• Antisocial
• Inhospitable

Idioms and Phrases

• Good neighbor policy: A principle or practice of maintaining friendly and cooperative relations (often used in diplomacy or community contexts).
  • The community center promotes a good neighbor policy to foster local connections.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. exhibiting the qualities expected in a friendly neighbor

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