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C1 Level Wordlist - Bonds and Relationships

Here you will learn some English words about bonds and relationships, such as "ally", "companion", "orphan", etc. prepared for C1 learners.

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CEFR C1 Vocabulary
to bond
[Verb]

to develop a relationship with a person

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ally
[noun]

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

Ex: He considered her his ally, always there to lend a helping hand in times of trouble .
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a person whom one knows but is not a close friend

Ex: It 's always nice to catch up acquaintances at social gatherings and hear about their recent experiences .
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someone's best friend, ‌used by young people on social media, especially in text messages

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buddy
[noun]

a close friend

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pal
[noun]

a friend

Ex: The kids down the street are always playing together ; they 're the best pals.
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companion
[noun]

a person or animal with which one travels or spends a lot of time

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mate
[noun]

a romantic or sexual partner, especially in a long-term or committed relationship

Ex: She found her mate in her college sweetheart , and they 've been inseparable ever since .
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co-parent
[noun]

a person who shares the responsibilities of raising a child

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a brother that shares only one biological parent with one

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a sister that shares only one biological parent with one

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heir
[noun]

someone who has the legal right to inherit the property, money, or title of a deceased individual

Ex: She was surprised to learn that she was the heir to her distant relative 's vast fortune .
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one's closest living relative or relatives

Ex: As next of kin, you will be responsible for making decisions regarding the deceased 's estate .
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orphan
[noun]

a child whose parents have died

Ex: orphan's resilience and strength inspired those around them , despite facing unimaginable loss at a young age .
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someone who shares the same blood with a specific person who lived many years ago

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adoptive
[Adjective]

(of a child or parent) related through adoption

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

representing or involving members of two different races

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elder
[Adjective]

(of two people, particularly in the same family) older

Ex: She looked up to elder sister for advice and guidance throughout her life .
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intimate
[Adjective]

(of people) having a very close relationship

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sisterly
[Adjective]

characteristic of a sister or like one

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tight-knit
[Adjective]

(of a family or group of people) having a strong and friendly relationship with each other

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ancestry
[noun]

the people that a person is descended from

Ex: The festival celebrated the ancestry of the local community , highlighting traditions and customs passed down through generations .
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heritage
[noun]

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

Ex: She learned traditional recipes from her grandmother , preserving her heritage for future generations .
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branch
[noun]

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

Ex: Although they belonged to branches of the family , the cousins maintained close relationships throughout their lives .
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clan
[noun]

a large group of people who are related to each other

Ex: The wedding was a grand event , attended by members of clan from all over the country .
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breakup
[noun]

the end of a relationship or an association

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what one receives upon a person's death, such as property, money, etc.

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parenting
[noun]

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

Ex: parenting style emphasizes open communication and fostering independence in his children .
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devotion
[noun]

strong love and support expressed for a person or thing

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rapport
[noun]

a close relationship in which there is a good understanding and communication between people

Ex: Team-building activities are often used in workplaces to rapport among employees , fostering collaboration and synergy in achieving common goals .
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lifelong
[Adjective]

lasting the whole of a person's life

Ex: The organization aims to lifelong learning opportunities for adults .
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to dump
[Verb]

to end a relationship that one was romantically involved in, often in a way that is unexpected or unfair

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bromance
[noun]

a very friendly and affectionate relationship that two men have with each other, which is not sexual at all

Ex: Through their shared love of sports and late-night gaming sessions , Tim and Mikebromance blossomed into a lifelong friendship , built on trust and understanding .
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homeboy
[noun]

a close friend or companion from one's neighborhood or hometown, often sharing a similar background or upbringing

Ex: The local rap group 's lyrics often paid homage to homeboys and the struggles they faced growing up in the inner city , resonating with many listeners who shared similar experiences .
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