rapport
General noun
A close and harmonious relationship marked by mutual understanding.
The teacher quickly built a rapport with even the most reluctant pupils.
Medicine noun
A relationship of mutual trust and understanding between clinician and patient that helps the consultation go well.
Taking a moment to build rapport at the start makes patients far more willing to share sensitive information.
Business noun
A relationship of mutual understanding and easy communication.
She built rapport with her team by remembering the small details of their lives.
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