AFFINITY
(noun)Definitions
There are 7 meanings of the word
Affinity.
Affinity - 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
"I have an affinity for chocolate."
"She has a strong affinity for gardening."
"The two artists share an affinity for abstract paintings."
"My sister has an affinity for playing the piano."
"He developed an affinity for cooking after taking a culinary class."
Word Game Points
Is AFFINITY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, affinity is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
AFFINITY has a SCRABBLE points total of 17.
Is AFFINITY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, affinity is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordAFFINITY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 17.
Is AFFINITY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, affinity is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordAFFINITY has a WORDFEUD points total of 17.
