verb
- to associate or socialize in a friendly way with someone
- to associate with members of a hostile group, especially in a way that is considered disloyal
Usage: often disapproving
Examples
- The new employee fraternizes easily with her coworkers.
- He fraternizes with people from all walks of life.
- The coach warned players not to fraternize with opposing team members before the game.
- She was criticized for fraternizing with the enemy during wartime.
- The manager fraternizes with his staff at company social events.
- Military regulations prohibit officers from fraternizing with enlisted personnel.
- He fraternizes with his neighbors at weekend barbecues.