rapport

rap·port

noun \ra-ˈpȯ(ə)r, rə-\

Definition of RAPPORT

1

: relation characterized by harmony, conformity, accord, or affinity

2

: confidence of a subject in the operator (as in hypnotism, psychotherapy, or mental testing) with willingness to cooperate <the first step in treatment is establishment of a firm rapport—C. A. H. Watts>