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rapport

[ra-pawr, -pohr, ruh-] / ræˈpɔr, -ˈpoʊr, rə- /
NOUN
understanding between people
Synonyms
STRONGEST
affinity compatibility empathy harmony sympathy togetherness
STRONG
agreement bond concord cotton groove interrelationship link relationship soul unity
WEAK
good vibes good vibrations hitting it off same wavelength simpatico the groove
Antonyms
STRONGEST
discord incompatibility
STRONG
disagreement
WEAK
coldness unfriendliness

Example Sentences

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Pakistan's powerful army chief, Field Marshal Asim Munir, has built up a personal rapport with US President Donald Trump.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

The president’s rapport with Latinos reflects a deep dissatisfaction with economic conditions, according to Mike Madrid, a veteran California Republican political consultant and expert on Latino voting trends.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 29, 2026

So they often try to stay in touch on a more regular basis to build trust and rapport.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 13, 2026

Ward was actually James Dinnigan and Hines believes that he initially built rapport with her by pretending to be a Christian.

From BBC • Feb. 23, 2026

Did your mom have a bad rapport with someone at work, maybe?

From "Americanah" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie