What qualities make someone a good friend? I think being honest, keeping up with communication, trusting of each other, and spending time with each other makes someone a good friend. You shouldn’t have to lie, so being honest would make you a true and good friend. Communicating is really the only way to keep a friendship lasting. Trusting you could tell them anything and not have to worry about them telling other people. Spending time together is just fun and helpful to maintain the friendship. These are some examples of qualities that make someone a good friend.