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Definitions

girlfriend

[gurl-frend] / ˈgɜrlˌfrɛnd /
NOUN
female acquaintance or romantic companion
Synonyms
STRONGEST
companion friend partner sweetheart
STRONG
confidante date flame intimate steady
WEAK
fiancée soul mate
Antonyms
STRONGEST
enemy foe opponent

Example Sentences

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Patel’s instinct to use force to fix his reputation reared its head again with the girlfriend scandal.

From Salon • Apr. 24, 2026

When the play begins, Willie is practicing his moves for an upcoming ballroom dance contest he has entered with his girlfriend, Hilda.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

"Once we submit this one, you can go live with the girlfriend because you will get three months limited leave to remain," he said.

From BBC • Apr. 16, 2026

He and his girlfriend are at different stages in their lives, with possibly starkly different outlooks.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

“I thought you were talking about inviting a girlfriend over,” she says in a low voice.

From "Amina's Song" by Hena Khan

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