relationship

Definition

• n. a relation between people; (`relationship' is often used where `relation' would serve, as in `the relationship between inflation and unemployment', but the preferred usage of `relationship' is for human relations or states of relatedness)
• n. a state of connectedness between people (especially an emotional connection)
• n. a state involving mutual dealings between people or parties or countries

Word forms

Plural

relationships

Example sentences

1. n.

   She has a strong relationship with her coworkers, which makes the office a better place to work.

2. n.

   The doctor explained the relationship between diet and health to the patient.