emotional connection
/ɛm.əʊ.tɪ.ən kənˈnekʃən/ · em.ō.ti.ən.kən-nekʃən
noun
- A strong feeling of rapport or affinity between people, often based on shared experiences or emotions. The emotional connection she felt with her grandmother helped her cope with her loss.
- A deep sense of empathy or understanding between individuals, enabling them to communicate effectively. The emotional connection between the couple helped them resolve their conflicts.
verb
- To form a strong emotional bond or rapport with someone or something. She emotionally connected with the character in the novel, feeling a deep sense of empathy.
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Did you know? The concept of emotional connection is a central theme in attachment theory, which suggests that early relationships with caregivers shape our ability to form and maintain emotional bonds with others.