Meaning & Definition of Relationship in English
English⟶
Relationship
/rileʃənʃɪp/
noun
1. 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)
- "The relationship between mothers and their children"
synonym:
- relationship,
- human relationship
2. A state of connectedness between people (especially an emotional connection)
- "He didn't want his wife to know of the relationship"
synonym:
- relationship
3. A state involving mutual dealings between people or parties or countries
synonym:
- relationship
4. (anthropology) relatedness or connection by blood or marriage or adoption
synonym:
- kinship,
- family relationship,
- relationship
Examples of using
Tom and Mary's relationship was very volatile and they argued constantly.
I don't think I'm ready for a relationship.
Sally told me that she will break off her relationship with Gary