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bond

[bond] / bɒnd /
NOUN
binder or fastener
Synonyms
STRONG
band binding chain connection cord fastening fetter gunk handcuff hookup irons ligature link linkage manacle network nexus rope shackle tie tie-in wire
WEAK
stickum
NOUN
association, relation
Synonyms
STRONGEST
obligation relationship
STRONG
affiliation affinity attachment connection connective friendship hookup interrelationship liaison link marriage network restraint tie tie-in union
Antonyms
STRONG
dislike divorce enmity hate hatred
NOUN
guarantee; contract
Synonyms
STRONGEST
certificate debenture obligation security transaction warrant
STRONG
agreement bargain collateral compact convention covenant guaranty pact pledge promise warranty word
Antonyms
STRONG
breach break disagreement
VERB
fasten; stick
Synonyms
STRONGEST
bind connect fix glue
STRONG
fuse gum paste
WEAK
stickum
Antonyms
WEAK
let go loosen open unfasten unstick

Example Sentences

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The confession results in confusion and anger erupting like molten lava from all sides, instantly corroding Emma’s bond with Charlie and her relationships with their friends.

From Salon • Apr. 9, 2026

The iTraxx Europe senior financials index of euro financial investment-grade bond credit default swaps falls 7 basis points to 65bps, S&P Global Market Intelligence data show.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

The bond market’s response so far has been more muted.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

Roland added that the bond market isn’t necessarily flashing signs of impending doom in private credit either.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

Howie Hubler is Morgan Stanley’s star bond trader, and his group of eight traders is generating, by their estimate, around 20 percent of Morgan Stanley’s profits.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis