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单词 relationship
释义

relationship

noun

re·​la·​tion·​ship ri-ˈlā-shən-ˌship How to pronounce relationship (audio)
1
: the state of being related or interrelated
studied the relationship between the variables
2
: the relation connecting or binding participants in a relationship: such as
a
: kinship
b
: a specific instance or type of kinship
3
a
: a state of affairs existing between those having relations or dealings
had a good relationship with his family
b
: a romantic or passionate attachment

Synonyms

  • affinity
  • association
  • bearing
  • connection
  • kinship
  • liaison
  • linkage
  • relation
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Example Sentences

The relationship between the two countries has improved. She has a close relationship with her sister. She has had many bad relationships. I am not in a relationship right now. the relationship between mental and physical health “What is your relationship to the witness?” “He is my father.” See More
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Word History

First Known Use

1741, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

relationship

noun

re·​la·​tion·​ship ri-ˈlā-shən-ˌship How to pronounce relationship (audio)
1
: the state of being related or connected
2
: connection by common ancestry or marriage
3
: the state of interaction between two or more people, groups, or countries
The sisters have a close relationship.

Medical Definition

relationship

noun

re·​la·​tion·​ship -shən-ˌship How to pronounce relationship (audio)
1
: the state of being related or interrelated
research into the relationship between diet, blood, cholesterol levels, and coronary heart disease Current Biography
2
a
: a state of affairs existing between those having relations or dealings
called on to assume the role of personal advisor in the doctor-patient relationship Journal of the American Medical Association
b
: an emotional attachment between individuals
a meaningful relationship

relationship

noun

1
as in kinship
the fact or state of having something in common studied the relationship between the phases of the moon and ocean tides

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance
  • kinship
  • association
  • connection
  • relation
  • correlation
  • linkage
  • affinity
  • liaison
  • bearing
  • link
  • similarity
  • bond
  • relevance
  • resemblance
  • interrelation
  • union
  • affiliation
  • tie
  • alliance
  • agreement
  • pertinence
  • correspondence
  • materiality
  • community
  • accordance
  • sameness
  • likeness
  • identicalness
  • conformity
  • congruity
  • alikeness

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • variance
  • variability
  • incompatibility
  • incongruence
  • incongruity
  • incongruousness
2
as in partnership
the state of having shared interests or efforts (as in social or business matters) the street's shopkeepers have a good business relationship

Synonyms & Similar Words

  • partnership
  • association
  • collaboration
  • cooperation
  • affiliation
  • connection
  • relation
  • interaction
  • union
  • alliance
  • liaison
  • hookup
  • dealings
  • merger
  • kinship
  • solidarity
  • confederation
  • intimacy
  • integration
  • symbiosis
  • interrelation
  • exchange
  • rapport
  • reciprocity
  • interconnection
  • tie-up
  • linkup
  • mutualism
  • unity
  • unification
  • affinity
  • business
  • companionship
  • oneness
  • togetherness
  • attachment
  • incorporation
  • sympathy
  • closeness
  • company
  • league
  • bed
  • fellowship
  • cahoots
  • colleagueship

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

  • breakup
  • dissociation
  • dissolution
  • separation
  • divorce
  • division
  • split
  • disaffiliation
  • alienation
  • severance
  • estrangement
  • parting
  • disunion
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