mentorship

noun

men·​tor·​ship ˈmen-ˌtȯr-ˌship 

-tər-

: the influence, guidance, or direction given by a mentor

Francie rides under the mentorship of Rodney Jenkins.

—Ami Rosi

The solution, they decided, was a two-year program welcoming adolescents into the community with equal doses of mentorship, Scripture and recreation.

—Nathan Thornburgh

Senior Senate women intentionally cultivate a collaborative spirit through social events and mentorship.

—Jill Filipovic

Examples of mentorship in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Teenagers who participate in business mentorship programs, internships, or entrepreneurial education develop practical skills that directly translate to new-collar careers—such as problem-solving, communication, project management, and financial literacy. —Sarah Hernholm, Forbes.com, 17 June 2025

All of us who had the gift of being able to work and learn from him will continue to be inspired by his legacy, leadership and mentorship, and strive to keep his spirit alive. —Jenny B. Fine, Footwear News, 17 June 2025

In 2024, Grammy U facilitated more than 950 mentorship pairs, with 25 international participants in countries including Brazil, Canada, India, Nigeria, Romania and the U.K. Read more about Grammy U member benefits here. —Paul Grein, Billboard, 17 June 2025

Additional support could include dedicated lactation spaces, childcare stipends, or mentorship programs for returning parents. —Justine Sterling Converse, Time, 16 June 2025

Word History

Etymology

mentor entry 1 + -ship

First Known Use

1848, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for mentorship

• authorship
• battleship
• censorship
• chairmanship
• chieftainship
• comradeship
• consulship
• craftsmanship
• dealership
• draftsmanship
• fellowship
• fingertip