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affinity

/əˈfɪn.ɪ.ti/

Translations

affinitynoun

affinities

/əˈfɪn.ɪ.ti/

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.

Additional translations

Synonyms

affinityadjective

/əˈfɪn.ɪ.ti/

/əˈfɪn.ə.ti/

Functions attributively before nouns (e.g., “affinity group”, “affinity chromatography”).

affinitynoun

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.

affinityadjective

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.