mentorship

[men-tawr-ship, -ter-] / ˈmɛn tɔr ʃɪp, -tər- /

NOUN

state of being an informal teacher

Synonyms

STRONG

advisership

WEAK

consultancy practice

Example Sentences

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After a period of mentorship lasting up to two years, the NQPs would progress to career paramedics on a NHS Band 6 pay scale.

From BBC • Apr. 1, 2026

Back home, she founded a media-focused mentorship program and transformed a Frank Lloyd Wright-designed house into a studio, where she recorded her own music and hosted community classes on the music business.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

Many fans affectionately referred to him as "Uncle Ebo", reflecting both his longevity and mentorship of younger artists.

From Barron's • Feb. 9, 2026

“Each internal candidate is going through a rigorous preparation process, including mentorship from Mr. Iger, external coaching and engagement with all directors,” Disney said in its proxy.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 22, 2026

There are twelve girls who’ve been selected for the Woman to Woman mentorship program.

From "Piecing Me Together" by Renée Watson