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associate vs companion

companion vs associate

associate and companion both are nouns.

associate is an adjective but companion is not an adjective.

associate and companion both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
associate Yes Yes Yes No
companion Yes No Yes No
As nouns, associate and companion are synonyms defined as:
  • associate and companion: a friend who is frequently in the company of another
Other synonyms of associate include comrade, familiar, fellow.
As verbs, companion is a hyponym of associate; that is, companion is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than associate:
  • associate: keep company with; hang out with
  • companion: be a companion to somebody
Other hyponyms of associate include ally, date, go out, go steady, see, accompany, company, keep company.
associate (noun) companion (noun)
a degree granted by a two-year college on successful completion of the undergraduates course of studies a friend who is frequently in the company of another
any event that usually accompanies or is closely connected with another one paid to accompany or assist or live with another
a person who joins with others in some activity or endeavor a traveler who accompanies you
a friend who is frequently in the company of another
a person with subordinate membership in a society, institution, or commercial enterprise
associate (adjective) companion (adjective)
having partial rights and privileges or subordinate status
associate (verb) companion (verb)
make a logical or causal connection be a companion to somebody
bring or come into association or action
keep company with; hang out with
Difference between associate and companion

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