affinity

UK
/əˈfɪn.ɪ.ti/
US
/əˈfɪn.ɪ.ti/

Übersetzungen

affinitysubstantiv
affinities
Pl.
UK
/əˈfɪn.ɪ.ti/
US
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There is a natural affinity between the two species.
Существует естественная близость между этими двумя видами.
She felt a strong affinity with the culture of her ancestors.
Она чувствовала сильное родство с культурой своих предков.
The affinity between the two paintings is remarkable.
Сходство между этими двумя картинами поразительно.
affinityadjektiv
UK
/əˈfɪn.ɪ.ti/
US
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Functions attributively before nouns (e.g., “affinity group”, “affinity chromatography”).

Definitionen

affinitysubstantiv
A natural liking for or attraction to a person, thing, idea, etc.
She has a natural affinity for classical music.
A relationship by marriage or a close connection between people or things.
There is a strong affinity between the two companies, leading to a successful partnership.
In biology, a similarity of structure between species that suggests a common origin.
The affinity between the two species indicates they may have evolved from a common ancestor.
In chemistry, the degree to which a substance tends to combine with another.
The affinity of the enzyme for the substrate is crucial for the reaction to occur efficiently.
affinityadjektiv
Used before another noun to indicate a relationship based on shared interests, attraction, or specific binding properties.
The company organized affinity groups to support employees with common interests.