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Essential Vocabulary for TOEFL - Family and Relationships

Here you will learn some English words about family and relationships, such as "acquaintance", "branch", "compatible", etc. that are needed for the TOEFL exam.

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Essential Words Needed for TOEFL
acquaintance

a person whom one knows but is not a close friend

Ex: She bumped into an old acquaintance at the grocery store and exchanged pleasantries. 
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band
band
[noun]

a group of people who come together for a particular purpose, often because they share common interests or beliefs

Ex: The protesters formed a band to voice their concerns about the new policy. 
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bond
bond
[noun]

a relationship between people or groups based on shared experiences, ideas, or emotions

Ex: The teammates developed a strong bond during the championship season. 
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adultery
adultery
[noun]

sexual intercourse involving a married person and someone other than their spouse

Ex: Despite their vows of fidelity, she discovered evidence of her husband's adultery with a coworker. 
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affair
affair
[noun]

a sexual relationship between two people in which at least one of them is already committed to someone else

Ex: She was heartbroken when she discovered her husband was having an affair with a colleague. 
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ally
ally
[noun]

someone who helps or supports someone else in certain activities or against someone else

Ex: She found a reliable ally in her coworker, who always supported her ideas during meetings. 
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ancestor
ancestor
[noun]

a blood relative who lived a long time ago, usually before one's grandparents

Ex: She discovered that one of her ancestors had fought in the Civil War. 
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ancestry
ancestry
[noun]

the people from whom a person is descended

Ex: She traced her ancestry back to the 16th century. 
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branch
branch
[noun]

a subdivision or a group of members of an extended family sharing the same ancestors

Ex: The reunion brought together every branch of the extended family, some of whom hadn't seen each other in decades. 
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clan
clan
[noun]

a large group of people who are related to each other

Ex: The entire clan gathered for the annual family reunion, filling the park with laughter and shared memories. 
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adoptive
adoptive
[Adjective]

(of a child or parent) related through adoption

Ex: The adoptive parents showered their new child with love and affection from the moment they brought them home. 
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biracial
biracial
[Adjective]

representing or involving members of two different races

Ex: The biracial child proudly embraces both sides of their cultural heritage, celebrating diversity and inclusivity. 
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to cheat on

to have a secret romantic or sexual relationship with someone other than one's own partner

Ex: She discovered that her partner had cheated on her with a co-worker. 
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breakup
breakup
[noun]

the end of a relationship or an association

Ex: The sudden breakup of their ten-year marriage shocked all their friends and family. 
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brotherly
brotherly
[Adjective]

showing a level of love or care that one would only expect a brother to have

Ex: He offered his brotherly advice when she was facing a difficult decision. 
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brotherhood

the feeling of understanding and friendship between people

Ex: The brotherhood among the soldiers was evident as they supported each other through difficult times during the mission. 
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companion
companion
[noun]

someone or something that regularly keeps another company, providing friendship, support, or association

Ex: She has been his loyal companion for many years. 
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companionship

the delightful feeling that one has when accompanied by people one enjoys spending time with rather than being alone

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compatible
compatible
[Adjective]

(of two people) able to have a balanced and comfortable relationship

Ex: They are compatible partners who communicate well. 
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co-parent
co-parent
[noun]

a person who shares the responsibilities of raising a child

Ex: Sarah and Tom are dedicated co-parents, sharing the responsibilities of raising their children equally. 
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custody
custody
[noun]

the legal right or responsibility to care for and make decisions regarding a child, especially after a divorce or separation

Ex: The court awarded full custody to the mother. 
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descendant

someone who shares the same blood with a specific person who lived many years ago

Ex: The historian traced her family's lineage back to a prominent historical figure, claiming to be a direct descendant. 
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distant
distant
[Adjective]

having a connection that is not close or direct, as in a remote familial or social relationship

Ex: He found out he had a distant cousin living in another country. 
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soulmate
soulmate
[noun]

the perfect romantic partner for a person

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tie
tie
[noun]

a bond or connection between people, organizations, etc.

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to socialize

to interact and spend time with people

Ex: Introverts may find it challenging to socialize in large groups. 
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kin
kin
[noun]

a person's family and relatives

Ex: She was surrounded by her kin at the family reunion. 
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next of kin

one's closest living relative or relatives

Ex: In case of emergency, the hospital will contact your next of kin listed on your medical records. 
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kinship
kinship
[noun]

the relationship between the members of a family

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parenting
parenting
[noun]

‌the process of raising or taking care of one's child or children

Ex: She read several books on parenting to prepare herself for the arrival of her first child. 
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maternal
maternal
[Adjective]

related to or characteristic of a mother and motherhood, especially during and following childbirth

Ex: Her maternal instincts kicked in as soon as she held the baby. 
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paternal
paternal
[Adjective]

having qualities or behaviors typically associated with a father, particularly in a caring, supportive, or protective manner

Ex: His paternal love and support were evident in the way he celebrated his children's achievements and comforted them in times of disappointment. 
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intimate
intimate
[Adjective]

(of people) having a very close relationship

Ex: They shared an intimate moment under the stars, revealing their deepest thoughts. 
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to inherit

to receive money, property, etc. from someone who has passed away

Ex: After her grandmother's passing, she inherited a beautiful antique necklace. 
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heritage
heritage
[noun]

an individual's religious or ethnic background that is passed down to them from their ancestors

Ex: She takes great pride in her cultural heritage and often participates in traditional ceremonies and festivals. 
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ex
ex
[noun]

the person one used to be married to or have a relationship with

Ex: My ex and I are on good terms and remain friends after our breakup. 
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exclusive
exclusive
[Adjective]

limited to a particular person, group, or purpose

Ex: The club offers exclusive membership privileges, including access to private events and facilities. 
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to associate

to interact and spend time with someone or a group of people

Ex: Despite warnings from her family, she continues to associate with individuals involved in questionable activities. 
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