BOND Synonyms: 119 Similar and Opposite Words

bond 1 of 2

noun

ˈbänd

as in chain

something that physically prevents free movement before they could release the captive, they had to undo a number of bonds

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Relevance

as in link

a uniting or binding force or influence the bond of love between them was so strong that even death could not break it

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as in contract

a formal agreement to fulfill an obligation signed a bond to repay the money

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as in glue

a substance used to stick things together what type of bond works best on ceramics?

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bond

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verb

as in to relate

to form a close personal relationship a man attempting to bond with his new and mistrustful stepson

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Noun

But local bonds require property tax increases to cover the debt. —

Mercury News & East Bay Times Editorial, The Mercury News, 13 Sep. 2024 Also, a true bond could not be built without a life-like companion. —

Nick Kasmik, USA TODAY, 13 Sep. 2024

Verb

Sisters—whether bonded by soul or DNA—deserve gifts that truly shine. —

Malia Griggs, Glamour, 13 Sep. 2024 Carson Daly is enjoying some father-son bonding time at the VMAs! —

Brenton Blanchet, Peoplemag, 12 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for bond

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