in·ti·mate1
ˈin(t)əmət/
adjective
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1.
closely acquainted; familiar, close.
“intimate friends”
synonyms: close, bosom, dear, cherished, faithful, devoted, fast, firm, familiar; informalchummy
“an intimate friend of Picasso’s”
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2.
private and personal.
“going into intimate details of his sexual encounters”
synonyms: personal, private, confidential, secret;More
noun
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1.
a very close friend.
“his circle of intimates”
synonyms: - close friend, best friend, bosom friend, confidant, confidante;chum,