strongly-associated
|strong-ly-as-so-ci-at-ed|
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/ˈstrɔŋli əˈsoʊsiˌeɪtɪd/
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/ˈstrɒŋli əˈsəʊsiˌeɪtɪd/
(associate)
connected
Etymology
Etymology Information
'associate' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'associatus,' where 'ad-' meant 'to' and 'sociatus' meant 'joined or united.'
Historical Evolution
'associatus' transformed into the Old French word 'associer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'associate' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to join or unite,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to connect or relate.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
having a close connection or relationship with something or someone.
The two companies are strongly-associated in their business ventures.
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Last updated: 2025/03/18 08:19