noun
relationship
A connection between people or things.
Maya has a close relationship with her older sister.
Etymology
Relationship is built from relation with -ship, an ending naming a condition. It describes the state or character of a connection between people or things.
More examples
- The study examines the relationship between sleep and memory.
- Our company builds lasting relationships with local suppliers.
- They are in a romantic relationship.
Forms
relationship · relationships
relational adjective — Concerning connections between people or things.
Similar words
- connection
- Can describe a link without suggesting ongoing interaction.
- bond
- Emphasizes a strong attachment, especially an emotional one.
- association
- Often suggests a looser link or a shared activity.