neighbourly

[ˈneɪ.bər.li]

neighbourly Definition

• 1. having or showing the friendly attitude that you expect from a neighbour
• 2. helpful and kind towards others

Using neighbourly: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "neighbourly" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  We have a neighbourly relationship with the people next door.

• Example

  It's always nice to have a neighbourly gesture like offering to help with groceries.

• Example

  The neighbourhood is known for its neighbourly spirit.

• Example

  She greeted her new neighbour with a neighbourly smile.

neighbourly Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for neighbourly

• friendly
• kind
• helpful
• amicable
• cordial

Antonyms for neighbourly

• unfriendly
• hostile
• rude

Phrases with neighbourly

• neighbourly advice

  friendly advice given by a neighbour

  Example

  He offered some neighbourly advice on how to maintain the garden.

• neighbourly relations

  friendly and cooperative relations between neighbours

  Example

  The two countries have established neighbourly relations in recent years.

• neighbourly love

  the act of being kind and helpful to one's neighbours

  Example

  The church encourages neighbourly love and community service.

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Summary: neighbourly in Brief

The term 'neighbourly' [ˈneɪ.bər.li] describes a friendly and helpful attitude that one expects from a neighbour. It is characterized by gestures such as offering help with groceries and maintaining a good relationship with neighbours. The phrase 'neighbourly advice' refers to friendly advice given by a neighbour, while 'neighbourly relations' denotes friendly and cooperative relations between neighbours.