Adjectives of Social Human Attributes - Adjectives of Interpersonal Relationships

Interpersonal relation adjectives describe the qualities and dynamics that exist between individuals, conveying relations like familial, friendly, or romantic.

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engaged

[Adjective]

having formally agreed to marry someone

Ex: She couldn't wait to introduce her fiancé to her friends now that they were engaged.

married

[Adjective]

having a wife or husband

Ex: The club is exclusively for married couples.

separated

[Adjective]

not living with one's spouse or partner anymore

Ex: The separated spouses divided their assets and agreed on custody arrangements for their children .

divorced

[Adjective]

no longer married to someone due to legally ending the marriage

Ex: The divorced man sought therapy to help him cope with the emotional aftermath of the separation.

widowed

[Adjective]

referring to an individual whose spouse has died and who has not remarried

Ex: Despite being widowed, she remained strong for her children.

adoptive

[Adjective]

(of a child or parent) related through adoption

Ex: The adoptive siblings may not share DNA , but their bond is just as strong as any biological family 's .

single

[Adjective]

not in a relationship or marriage

Ex: She is happily single and enjoying her independence .

committed

[Adjective]

involved in or relating to a long-term relationship

Ex: The couple decided to become committed to each other after dating for several months .

attached

[Adjective]

emotionally and physically involved with someone on an intimate level,

Ex: Being attached to each other meant they were solely devoted to one another both emotionally and sexually.

platonic

[Adjective]

(of a relationship) characterized by emotional closeness without romantic or sexual elements

Ex: Their friendship was based on a platonic affection for each other .

intimate

[Adjective]

(of people) having a very close relationship

Ex: Their intimate relationship allowed them to be vulnerable and honest with each other .

foster

[Adjective]

giving or receiving nurturing and parental care, even without blood or legal relations

Ex: Despite initial apprehension, the foster child quickly felt at home in their new environment.

maiden

[Adjective]

describing an unmarried girl or woman

Ex: She lived in the quaint cottage on the hill, known to all as the village's maiden spinster.

cohabitating

[Adjective]

living together and sharing a home, typically referring to unmarried couples in a romantic relationship

Ex: The decision to become cohabitating partners was a significant milestone in their relationship.

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Adjectives of Social Human Attributes - Adjectives of Interpersonal Relationships