Words directly related to the spine:
* Spondylolisthesis: A condition where one vertebra slips forward on the vertebra below it.
* Spondylosis: A degenerative condition affecting the spine, typically causing stiffness and pain.
* Spondylitis: Inflammation of the vertebrae.
* Spondyloarthropathy: A group of inflammatory diseases affecting the spine and other joints.
Words with a more abstract connection to the spine:
* Respondent: Someone who answers or replies, metaphorically "leaning back" to give an answer.
* Sponsor: One who supports or promotes something, like a "backbone" for a project.
* Respond: To answer or react, suggesting a "vertebral" reaction to a stimulus.
Note: While the root "spond" is primarily associated with the spine, some words might use it metaphorically to convey ideas of support or structure.