Fellow

Definition

Fellow is a noun and adjective. As a noun, it refers to a person who shares a common activity, interest, or membership with others. It can also denote a member of a learned society or professional group. As an adjective, it describes something associated with a peer or counterpart.

Parts of Speech

• Noun
• Adjective

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈfɛloʊ/
• Respelling: FEL-oh

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈfɛləʊ/
• Respelling: FEL-oh

Etymology

The word "fellow" originates from the Old English "feolaga," meaning "partner" or "companion," borrowed from Old Norse "félagi," derived from "fé," meaning "money" or "property," and "lag," meaning "laying together." It evolved to signify companionship or shared interests.

Derivatives

• Fellowship (noun)
• Fellow-feeling (noun)
• Fellowman (noun)
• Fellowlike (adjective)
• Fellowly (adjective, archaic)

Synonyms

• Companion
• Peer
• Colleague

Antonyms

• Enemy
• Stranger
• Opposer

Usage

The term "fellow" is commonly used in contexts that involve companionship, professional associations, or shared endeavors. For example, "She was a fellow at the university," or "He enjoys spending time with his fellow travelers."

Related Terms

• Companion: A person with whom one spends time or shares an activity.
• Colleague: A person one works with, especially in a professional setting.
• Ally: A person or entity associated with another for mutual benefit.

Detailed Definitions

Noun

• A person sharing a common activity, interest, or membership: Refers to someone who is part of a shared group or undertaking.
  • Example: "He met many fellows during his time at the academy."
• A member of a learned society or organization: Often used to denote an individual recognized for their contribution to a professional or academic body.
  • Example: "She was named a fellow of the Royal Society."
• A companion or friend: Describes a person with whom one shares a close bond.
  • Example: "He always appreciated his fellow adventurers."

Adjective

• Of or relating to a peer or equal: Used to describe shared or mutual status or experience.
  • Example: "He extended his hand in support of his fellow citizens."