Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Affinities.
Affinities - as a noun
(immunology) the attraction between an antigen and an antibody
(anthropology) kinship by marriage or adoption; not a blood relationship
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
family relationshipkinship16relationship17Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
consanguinity19(biology) state of relationship between organisms or groups of organisms resulting in resemblance in structure or structural parts
Example: "In anatomical structure prehistoric man shows close affinity with modern humans"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
phylogenetic relationA close connection marked by community of interests or similarity in nature or character
Example: "Found a natural affinity with the immigrants"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
kinship16Hypernyms (Closely Related)
relation8Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
The force attracting atoms to each other and binding them together in a molecule
Example: "Basic dyes have an affinity for wool and silk"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
chemical attractionInherent resemblance between persons or things
A natural attraction or feeling of kinship
Example: "An affinity for politics"
Example Sentences
"Their shared love for animals is one of their many affinities."
"Art and music have always been my biggest affinities."
"Their cultural affinities brought them closer together."
"Jane and John share many interests and have similar affinities."
"Their affinities for adventure and thrill-seeking led them to become professional skydivers."
Word Game Points
Is AFFINITIES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, affinities is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
AFFINITIES has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is AFFINITIES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, affinities is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordAFFINITIES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is AFFINITIES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, affinities is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordAFFINITIES has a WORDFEUD points total of 16.
