Relations Vocabulary

a rope or chain used to control a dog or other animal

done or existing alone; single and isolated

a person legally entitled to the property or rank of another on that person's death

Having or showing a tendency to intrude or interfere in others' affairs. Unwelcomely interrupting or disturbing someone's privacy or personal space.

warm and friendly in manner; showing sincere affection

mutual trust and friendship among people who spend a lot of time together

offspring; descendants of a person, animal, or plant

a feeling of friendship and enjoying the company of others

combining in such a way as to enhance or emphasize the qualities of each other or another

a crack, split, or break in something

to deliberately become involved in a situation in order to influence or prevent something, especially when your involvement is not wanted

taking part in something or being included in something

to interfere in or busy oneself unduly with something that is not one's concern

to delay or postpone something to a later time

a person, plant, or animal that is descended from a particular ancestor

to treat someone in a condescending way, as if they are less intelligent or important

a settlement of differences by mutual concessions; an agreement reached by adjustment of conflicting or opposing claims

to push someone gently with your elbow to get their attention

obedient or attentive to an excessive or servile degree

willing to help others; accommodating and helpful