Relationship Building Vocabulary

adjective showing or feeling gratitude or pleasure

• The board members were appreciative of the detailed presentation on the company's financial performance.
• I'm really appreciative of all the help you've given me with my project.
• I'm so appreciative of you, dude, for covering my shift at work.
• She was appreciative of the warm sunshine after days of rain, feeling grateful for the change in weather.

noun a buildup is a gradual accumulation or increase of something

verb to build up means to gradually increase or strengthen something

adjective there is no applicable adjective for 'build up'

adverb there is no applicable adverb for 'build up'

pronoun there is no applicable pronoun for 'build up'

preposition there is no applicable preposition for 'build up'

conjunction there is no applicable conjunction for 'build up'

interjection there is no applicable interjection for 'build up'

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• The company aims to build up its reputation by providing high-quality products and excellent customer service.
• I need to build up my savings before going on vacation.
• He's been hitting the gym hard to build up those muscles.
• It takes time to build up trust in a relationship.

verb to carry out or perform an action, especially a crime or mistake

• He made a commitment to commit to the project until its completion.
• I can't believe she's committing to that crazy idea.
• Don't commit to going out tonight if you're not sure.
• She decided to commit to living a healthier lifestyle.

noun a polite expression of praise or admiration

verb to express admiration or praise for someone

• She received a heartfelt compliment on her presentation from the CEO.
• He gave her a nice compliment on her new hairstyle.
• She got a sweet compliment from her crush.
• The success of the project was a great compliment to her leadership skills.

noun the act of becoming deeper or the state of being deep

verb to make or become deeper

• The training program aims to deepen participants' understanding of the subject matter.
• I want to deepen my knowledge on this topic by doing more research.
• Let's dive in and deepen our skills together.
• Her apology only served to deepen the rift between them.

verb to fit together tightly and securely, like the joints in woodworking

adjective describing the act of fitting together tightly and securely

• The two teams are dovetailing their efforts to ensure a successful project completion.
• We're dovetailing our schedules so we can hang out this weekend.
• Let's dovetail our plans and meet up at the party.
• His ideas dovetailed perfectly with hers, creating a seamless collaboration.

noun a person who has a strong interest or admiration for someone or something

verb to increase or intensify something, especially emotions or a situation

article a word that is used to limit or define a noun

• It is important for leaders to fan the flame of innovation within their organizations.
• I love watching my favorite band live in concert, they really know how to fan the flame!
• When it comes to motivation, sometimes you just need to fan the flame and get things done.
• She knew she had to fan the flame of creativity in order to finish her art project on time.

noun a physical or emotional sensation

verb to explore or assess a situation or person cautiously or tentatively

• She was feeling out the situation before making any decisions.
• He's just feeling out if she's interested in him.
• I'm feeling out the vibe of the party before I decide if I want to stay.
• The artist was feeling out different color combinations before finalizing the painting.

noun A word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea.

• A person's first impression can greatly influence how they are perceived in a professional setting.
• I always make sure to dress nicely to give a good first impression.
• Dude, your first impression was totally off the mark.
• The first impression of a book can often be misleading until you delve deeper into its content.

noun a command or request to leave a place or object

verb to physically move or remove oneself from a place or object

preposition used to indicate movement away from a place or object

• Please make sure to get off at the next bus stop.
• Hey, don't forget to get off at the right exit.
• Dude, you need to get off at the party tonight.
• It's time to get off the fence and make a decision.

noun a mutual exchange of concessions or compromises

adjective involving compromise or mutual concession

• Negotiations require a certain level of give-and-take in order to reach a mutually beneficial agreement.
• In any relationship, there has to be some give-and-take to make things work.
• If you want to get along with your roommate, you have to be willing to do some give-and-take.
• Life is all about give-and-take, you can't expect to receive without giving something in return.

noun Good manners refers to polite and respectful behavior in social interactions.

• It is important to always exhibit good manners in professional settings.
• My grandma always reminds me to use good manners at the dinner table.
• Dude, you gotta have some good manners when you're out with my parents.
• Having good manners is like showing respect to the world around you.

noun a phrase used to describe two things or people that are closely connected or working together

adverb in a close and cooperative manner

• The two organizations are working hand-in-hand to address the issue of climate change.
• John and Sarah walked hand-in-hand along the beach, enjoying the sunset.
• The best friends always stick together, they are like two peas in a pod, always going hand-in-hand.
• Success and hard work go hand-in-hand in achieving your goals.

noun negative emotions towards someone

• It is important to address any hard feelings that may arise during negotiations in a professional manner.
• Let's talk it out and make sure there are no hard feelings between us.
• Don't worry, there are no hard feelings. We're all good.
• Sometimes it's necessary to let go of hard feelings in order to move forward in life.

verb to make something stronger or more extreme

adverb intensifyingly

• The government has announced measures to intensify security at the border.
• I need to intensify my workout routine if I want to see results.
• Let's crank up the music and intensify the party!
• The conflict between the two countries is expected to intensify in the coming months.

noun a communication or connection between different parts or things

• Effective intercommunication among team members is essential for project success.
• We need better intercommunication if we want to avoid misunderstandings.
• Yo, our intercommunication skills need some serious work.
• Intercommunication is like the glue that holds a team together.

noun a close, familiar, and usually affectionate or loving personal relationship with another person or group

adjective intimate (related to or characterizing one's deepest nature)

• Intimacy is an important aspect of a healthy relationship.
• I love cuddling on the couch with my partner, it's our special kind of intimacy.
• Me and my best friend have a deep level of intimacy, we can talk about anything.
• The intimacy of the small cafe made it the perfect spot for a romantic date.

noun a written or verbal request inviting someone to go somewhere or to do something

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• I received an invitation to attend the charity gala next week.
• Hey, did you get the invitation for Sarah's birthday party?
• I got the invite for the concert this weekend, you coming?
• His success in the industry was seen as an invitation for others to follow in his footsteps.

noun a physical expression of affection or greeting

verb to touch or press with the lips as a sign of love, greeting, or farewell

• Before departing, they exchanged a polite kiss good bye.
• She gave him a quick kiss good bye before heading out the door.
• They shared a smooch good bye before going their separate ways.
• As the sun set, the old year gave a gentle kiss good bye to make way for the new year.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action or a state of being

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence

• I look forward to discussing the details of the project with you during our meeting tomorrow.
• I can't wait to catch up with you at the party next weekend!
• I'm so pumped to hang out with you guys at the concert!
• I look forward to watching our relationship grow and flourish over time.

adjective Mutual is an adjective that describes something that is shared or experienced by two or more parties.

adverb Mutually is the adverb form of mutual, used to describe actions done in a shared or reciprocal manner.

• The business partners had a mutual agreement to split the profits evenly.
• We have a mutual understanding that we'll always have each other's backs.
• Me and my best friend have a mutual vibe that no one else understands.
• The mutual respect between the two leaders paved the way for successful negotiations.

noun the quality of being light-hearted and full of fun

adjective playful

• The children's book was praised for its use of playfulness in engaging young readers.
• I love your playfulness when you joke around with your friends.
• Her playfulness really shines through in her TikTok videos.
• The artist's use of color and shape created a sense of playfulness in the painting.

verb to correct or fix a mistake or problem

adverb in a manner that corrects or fixes a mistake or problem

• The company took immediate action to put right the accounting error.
• I had to quickly put right my mistake before anyone noticed.
• I had to fix my blunder to put things right.
• He worked hard to put right the strained relationship with his brother.

noun a fault or failure to meet a certain standard; a weakness or deficiency

• The report highlighted several shortcomings in the company's financial management practices.
• One of his biggest shortcomings is his lack of punctuality.
• Her biggest shortcoming is that she's always flaky and unreliable.
• His fear of failure was his biggest shortcoming, holding him back from taking risks.

noun a behavior or way of acting that is considered polite and proper in social situations

• She displayed impeccable social grace at the charity gala, effortlessly mingling with guests and making everyone feel welcome.
• Even though he's a bit shy, he always manages to maintain his social grace during social gatherings.
• She's got mad social grace skills - she can charm anyone she meets!
• In the world of business, having social grace can be just as important as having technical skills.

noun an attitude expressing excessive attentiveness

• Her constant solicitude for the well-being of her employees is truly admirable.
• I appreciate your solicitude, but I'll be fine on my own.
• I can't believe she's still showing so much solicitude for him after everything he's done.
• The old house seemed to exude a sense of solicitude, as if it had a life of its own.

adjective describing a person or thing with the ability to exert great physical force or power

adverb modifying a verb, adjective, or other adverb, indicating a high degree or intensity of strength

• The company has a strong reputation for quality and reliability.
• She has a strong personality that can be intimidating at times.
• I heard that new restaurant has some really strong cocktails.
• His love for her was like a strong, unbreakable bond.

noun a word (other than a pronoun) used to identify any of a class of people, places, or things

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

article a word that is used with a noun to indicate the type of reference being made by the noun

• It is important to always tell the truth in any situation.
• Hey, just tell the truth and everything will be fine.
• Dude, just spill the beans and tell the truth already.
• Sometimes it's hard to tell the truth when you're afraid of the consequences.

noun a person's employment or occupation

verb to have a very beneficial effect or produce impressive results

• The new marketing strategy has proven to work wonders for our sales numbers.
• Adding a bit of lemon to the soup really works wonders for the flavor.
• Using this new shampoo has really worked wonders on my hair.
• A little bit of kindness can work wonders in building strong relationships.

noun a word used to identify any of a class of people, places, or things

verb a word used to describe an action, state, or occurrence

preposition a word governing, and usually preceding, a noun or pronoun and expressing a relation to another word or element in the clause

article a word that is used with a noun to specify grammatical definiteness of the noun, and in some languages extending to volume or numerical scope

• It is important to carefully consider all factors before deciding to throw something into the mix.
• Let's just throw something into the mix and see how it goes.
• I'm gonna throw this new idea into the mix and see if it sticks.
• Sometimes it's good to throw a little chaos into the mix to keep things interesting.

noun a word that represents a person, place, thing, or idea

verb to achieve the desired result or make a successful impression

adjective a word that describes or modifies a noun or pronoun

article a word that is used to specify a noun, indicating the type of reference being made

• During the presentation, it is important to hit the right note to convey the company's message effectively.
• When giving a speech, make sure to strike the right note so the audience stays engaged.
• If you want to impress your date, you have to hit the right note with your outfit.
• The musician knew he had hit the right note when the audience erupted into applause.

noun a word that identifies a person, place, thing, or idea

verb a word that expresses an action, occurrence, or state of being

adverb a word that modifies or describes a verb, adjective, or another adverb

preposition a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence

article a word that specifies a noun as definite or indefinite

• Their friendship and business relationship go back a long way, spanning over two decades.
• Me and Sarah? Oh, we go way back, like since high school.
• Those two are tight, they go way back.
• The roots of this tradition go back a long way, to a time when our ancestors first settled in this land.

• The company affly adheres to all industry regulations.
• I affly believe that we should go see a movie tonight.
• She's affly obsessed with that new TV show.
• His words affly painted a picture of a bright future.