DALLIANCE Synonyms: 62 Similar and Opposite Words

dalliance

noun

ˈda-lē-ən(t)s

as in relaxation

activity engaged in to amuse oneself an extremely serious scientist who is not much given to dalliance or idle chitchat

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Recent Examples of dalliance The Bears have publicly made their dalliance with Indiana known since at least December, and Johnson has not put up much of a fight in all that time. —

David Greising, Chicago Tribune, 13 Mar. 2026 Let’s enter a homosexual dalliance free from the constraints of body and society—no worries if not! —

Reanna Cruz, Pitchfork, 12 Mar. 2026 John’s patronizing, congratulatory tone with regard to Weisz’s character’s dalliance with Vlad doesn’t help. —

Meg Walters, Glamour, 9 Mar. 2026 To be clear, the Rangers and Langford haven’t talked contract since a brief dalliance after his first season. —

Evan Grant, Dallas Morning News, 23 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for dalliance

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Noun

Evrima's spa is a must-do thanks to its sprawling relaxation deck perfect for a post-treatment nap or hot tub soak with a fresh juice or champagne in hand—all while the picturesque shoreline goes by (Monaco was in view on my particular visit to the spa deck).

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 11 Apr. 2026
The aquarium is part of a wellness area comprising a hammam, sauna, massage room, cryotherapy, and a relaxation area with an opening terrace.

— Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 10 Apr. 2026