English Vocabulary in Use: Advanced Book with Answers and Enhanced eBook Vocabulary Reference and Practice 3rd Edition

bond between Rushda and her aunt. 
[relationship or feeling of togetherness]
General social relationships: collocations
The replies in these conversations are another way of saying what the first speaker says.
A: You seem to be very similar to Ben – the way you think and look at life.
B:
Yes, we’ve always been 
kindred spirits.
A: What a nice wedding! Nathan and Amelia seem to be perfect for each other.
B: Yes, such a 
well-matched couple!
A: Our Spanish friends are always phoning their brothers and sisters.
B: Yes, well, I think 
family ties in Spain are much stronger than here.
A: I’ve never met Rosie, but I know several people she knows.
B: Yes, she said you have a number of 
mutual acquaintances.
A: Gareth has a lot of respect for Clare.
B: Yes, he 
holds her in high regard.
A: Sarah and Anna are very close these days. I’m sure they share all their secrets.
B: Yes, they’re 
as thick as thieves.
Nouns and adjectives
adjective
noun
example
adoring
adoration
The parents gazed at their new-born baby with a look of tender 
adoration.
affectionate
affection
He never shows much 
affection for his children.
amiable
amiability
She always treats us with great 
amiability.
considerate
consideration
‘Have some 
consideration for the other students!’ she said angrily.
faithful
faithfulness
Faithfulness is the key to a good marriage.
fond
fondness
Over the years she developed a 
fondness for Mario that went beyond a 
purely business relationship.
loyal
loyalty
He was a great team captain who inspired