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Healthy Relationship: Definition, Examples & Key Traits
Meaning 1：Mutually supportive bond (healthy relationship)
healthy relationship
/ˈhɛlθi rɪˈleɪʃənʃɪp/
n.
A relationship where people respect, trust, and support each other, making both sides feel good and secure.
Mutually supportive bond
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/ˈmjuːtʃuəli səˈpɔːrtɪv bɒnd/
n.
A connection between people grounded in respect, trust, and mutual support, where both individuals feel secure and valued, enabling open communication and emotional well-being.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
Healthy from O.E. hælþ (wholeness), relationship from L. relatio (carrying back).
💡 Mnemonic
Imagine a tree: roots (trust), trunk (communication), leaves (support) growing together.
📖 Example
In their healthy relationship, they always talk openly about problems and listen to each other's feelings.
In their healthy relationship, they always talk openly about problems and listen to each other's feelings.
🔗 Collocations
build a healthy relationship – Establish a positive and respectful connection with someone
maintain a healthy relationship – Sustain the qualities of trust and support over time
nurture a healthy relationship – Actively care for and strengthen the bond through effort
🔄 Synonyms
supportive partnership (n.) – A collaboration where both parties actively help and encourage each other
mutually beneficial bond (n.) – A connection that provides advantages and well-being to both individuals
positive rapport (n.) – A harmonious and respectful interaction characterized by understanding
🚫 Antonyms
toxic relationship (n.) – A harmful connection marked by manipulation, disrespect, or negativity
dysfunctional bond (n.) – An unhealthy attachment that impairs emotional growth and well-being
unhealthy attachment (n.) – A dependent or damaging emotional link lacking balance
📖 Cultural Story
Used widely in psychology and self-help to denote a connection without toxicity, emphasizing communication, trust, and mutual support.
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