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
Ami RosiThe solution, they decided, was a two-year program welcoming adolescents into the community with equal doses of mentorship, Scripture and recreation.—Nathan Thornburgh
Nathan ThornburghSenior Senate women intentionally cultivate a collaborative spirit through social events and mentorship.—Jill Filipovic
Jill FilipovicExamples of mentorship in a Sentence
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Leaders need to be thinking about the impact this will have on the workforce, including loss of institutional knowledge, huge leadership gaps, succession pressures and mentorship gaps.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025
Event proceeds support youth programs and services, including academic support and mentorship, at the National City Branch of the Boys & Girls Clubs.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 June 2025
The film will premiere at the 2026 Tribeca Festival after Sargent receives year-round mentorship and promotional support, plus the funding.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 5 June 2025
Over a three-year period the emerging brands in that section gain exposure, mentorship and community.
—Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 5 June 2025
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Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 6 June 2025
Event proceeds support youth programs and services, including academic support and mentorship, at the National City Branch of the Boys & Girls Clubs.
—Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 June 2025
The film will premiere at the 2026 Tribeca Festival after Sargent receives year-round mentorship and promotional support, plus the funding.
—Samantha Bergeson, IndieWire, 5 June 2025
Over a three-year period the emerging brands in that section gain exposure, mentorship and community.
—Thomas Waller, Footwear News, 5 June 2025
See All Example Sentences for mentorship
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“Mentorship.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/mentorship. Accessed 13 Jun. 2025.
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