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 should prioritize mentorship, detailed documentation and phased modernization to ensure continuity and prepare for a tech-forward future.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 24 July 2025
My Brother’s Keeper, My Sister’s Keeper and Girls, Inc. offer mentorship, academic and social support and opportunities for community engagement.
—Silas Allen, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 July 2025
According to a comprehensive Deloitte survey, millennials themselves want more feedback, mentorship, and growth opportunities, both for their teams and for their own careers.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 23 July 2025
Young began his career in 2000 under the mentorship of Jason Weinberg at Untitled Entertainment where he was promoted to manager in 2003 and began representing talent across film, television and music.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 23 July 2025
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Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 24 July 2025
My Brother’s Keeper, My Sister’s Keeper and Girls, Inc. offer mentorship, academic and social support and opportunities for community engagement.
—Silas Allen, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 23 July 2025
According to a comprehensive Deloitte survey, millennials themselves want more feedback, mentorship, and growth opportunities, both for their teams and for their own careers.
—Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 23 July 2025
Young began his career in 2000 under the mentorship of Jason Weinberg at Untitled Entertainment where he was promoted to manager in 2003 and began representing talent across film, television and music.
—Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 23 July 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 29 Jul. 2025.
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