Synonyms: attachment, fastening
Definition: the act of fastening things together
Similar words: joining, connection, connexion
Definition: the act of bringing two things into contact (especially for communication)
Usage: the joining of hands around the table; there was a connection via the internet
Synonyms: affixation, attachment
Definition: the act of attaching or affixing something
Similar words: combination, combining, compounding
Definition: the act of combining things to form a new whole
Synonyms: adherence, adhesion, attachment
Definition: faithful support for a cause or political party or religion
Usage: attachment to a formal agenda; adherence to a fat-free diet; the adhesion of Seville was decisive
Similar words: support
Definition: aiding the cause or policy or interests of
Usage: the president no longer has the support of his own party; they developed a scheme of mutual support
Synonyms: attachment
Definition: a supplementary part or accessory
Similar words: add-on, addition, improver
Definition: a component that is added to something to improve it
Usage: the addition of a bathroom was a major improvement; the addition of cinnamon improved the flavor
Synonyms: attachment, bond
Definition: a connection that fastens things together
Similar words: connecter, connection, connective, connector, connexion
Definition: an instrumentality that connects
Usage: he soldered the connection; he didn't have the right connector between the amplifier and the speakers
Synonyms: attachment
Definition: a writ authorizing the seizure of property that may be needed for the payment of a judgment in a judicial proceeding
Similar words: judicial writ, writ
Definition: (law) a legal document issued by a court or judicial officer
Synonyms: attachment, fond regard
Definition: a feeling of affection for a person or an institution
Similar words: philia, tenderness, heart, fondness, affection, affectionateness, warmheartedness, warmness
Definition: a positive feeling of liking
Usage: he had trouble expressing the affection he felt; the child won everyone's heart; the warmness of his welcome made us feel right at home