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affiliation

/əˌfɪliˈeɪʃən/
noun★Intermediate— association or membership
formal

A formal or informal connection or association with an organization, institution, or group.

His affiliation with the research lab gave him access to cutting-edge technology.

Being part of the research lab allowed him to use advanced technology.

💡

Often used in academic, professional, or organizational contexts.

general

The act of joining or being connected to a group or organization.

Her affiliation with the charity organization began when she volunteered for their events.

She started working with the charity when she volunteered for their events.

💡

Can refer to both formal and informal connections.

Collocations

professional affiliationa connection to a professional organization or groupacademic affiliationa connection to an educational institutionbusiness affiliationa connection to a company or commercial entity

Synonyms

Antonyms

Related Phrases

affiliatephrase
a person or organization associated with another, often in a business or academic context
affiliate marketingphrase
a type of marketing where a company pays a commission to an external website for traffic or sales generated from its referrals

💡Pro Tip

Formal vs. Informal Use

Use 'affiliation' in formal contexts like academic or professional settings. For informal connections, consider synonyms like 'membership' or 'association'.

⚡Gold Rule

Correct Usage

Ensure that 'affiliation' is used to describe a connection or association, not just any relationship.

📖Word Origin

From Middle French 'affiliation', from Latin 'affiliatio', meaning 'adoption as a son' or 'adoption into a family'.

📝Usage Notes

The term is often used in formal contexts, such as academic or professional settings, but can also refer to informal connections.

Word Breakdown

affil
to adopt or connect
root
+
-iation
the act or process of
suffix
English Dictionary

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