The word "confrerie" is French for "brotherhood" or "guild". There are several synonyms that can be used in place of confrerie. One example is "association", which means a group of people who have a common interest or purpose. "Fraternal organization" is another synonym, referring to a group of people bound together by brotherly ties. "Society" is also an appropriate option, indicating a group of people formed for a particular purpose or activity. "Order" is a synonym that can be used to refer to a group of people who share a specific code of conduct or rules. Other synonyms for "confrerie" include "club", "union", "league", and "fellowship".