Definition

The process of becoming in harmony or agreement with something, often involving understanding or sensitivity.

Example

The therapist emphasized the importance of attunement in building a strong relationship with clients.

Conversation

Have you noticed how much better we play together now?

Yeah, I think it's all about our attunement on the field.

Exactly! It feels like we can predict each other's moves.

For sure, it really makes a difference in our game.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Attunement is formed from "at-" (meaning to) and "tune" (from Old French *ton*, meaning sound or tone) and the suffix "-ment" (meaning the action or result of). The word refers to the action or result of bringing something into harmony or agreement in sound or tone.

Memory Tip

Think of 'tuning' something to make it sound just right — 'at-' means to, and 'tune' relates to sound, while '-ment' indicates the action of achieving that harmony.

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