Synonyms of bond

bond 1 of 2

noun

ˈbänd 

1

as in chain

something that physically prevents free movement

before they could release the captive, they had to undo a number of bonds

Synonyms & Similar Words

• chain
• bracelet
• handcuff(s)
• bind
• confinement
• band
• shackle
• irons
• tie
• ligature
• trap
• fetter
• cuff(s)
• constraint
• imprisonment
• manacle(s)
• collar
• restraint
• restriction
• incarceration
• captivity
• holding
• curb
• enslavement
• hindrance
• entanglement
• net
• enchainment
• trammel
• fastener
• straitjacket
• hold
• immurement
• hold-down
• hobble

2

as in link

a uniting or binding force or influence

the bond of love between them was so strong that even death could not break it

Synonyms & Similar Words

• link
• tie
• connection
• cement
• knot
• cord
• linkage
• ligature
• union
• attachment
• sympathy
• joint
• nexus
• affection
• fastening
• yoke
• fondness
• hookup
• limit
• restraint
• restriction
• tie-up
• constraint
• curb
• limitation
• linkup
• handcuff
• shackle
• manacle
• trammel
• fetter
• hampering

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• separation
• parting
• disengaging
• release
• freedom
• detaching
• liberation
• emancipation
• unbinding
• unfettering
• untying
• unfastening

3

as in contract

a formal agreement to fulfill an obligation

signed a bond to repay the money

Synonyms & Similar Words

• contract
• guarantee
• deal
• surety
• pledge
• vow
• covenant
• guaranty
• assurance
• warranty
• treaty
• pact
• oath
• seal
• deposit
• insurance
• bargain
• convention
• security
• bail
• word
• compact
• troth
• accord
• concordat
• pawn

4

as in glue

a substance used to stick things together

what type of bond works best on ceramics?

Synonyms & Similar Words

• glue
• adhesive
• cement
• size
• epoxy
• water glass
• epoxy resin
• gum
• mucilage
• superglue
• library paste
• goo
• paste
• dope

bond

2 of 2

verb

as in to relate

to form a close personal relationship

a man attempting to bond with his new and mistrustful stepson

Synonyms & Similar Words

• relate
• commune
• click
• hit it off
• sympathize
• befriend
• identify
• empathize

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of bond

Noun

Two brothers pursuing the American dream become entangled in a dangerous operation involving corruption, violence and the Russian mafia, while betrayal threatens their bond. — Ed Meza, Variety, 21 Sep. 2026

The researchers say the vocalizations warn other lemur groups to keep their distance and strengthen the bonds within the existing social group. — ABC News, 21 Sep. 2026

Verb

The defensive backs bonded on the field before and during practices and while playing card games in their dorm rooms during camp. — Gary Klein, Los Angeles Times, 8 Sep. 2026

He had been booked at the Fulton County Jail and bonded out in October. — Dan Raby, CBS News, 8 Sep. 2026