association
English meaning: Association
Definition
The act of associating.
Example
“He is a member of the local residents' association.”
Another example: “For many, the smell of pine has a strong association with Christmas.”
Usage — When, Where & How
An organised group of people with a shared purpose ('a trade association'), or a mental or logical connection between things ('word association'). Common in business, sport and psychology. As an act, 'association with' can mean keeping company. Neutral to formal register.
Etymology & Origin
English — Origin & History
From Medieval Latin 'associatio', from Latin 'associare' (to unite with), from 'ad-' + 'socius' (companion); entered English in the 15th century.
Synonyms
- organisation
- society
- alliance
- connection
- affiliation
- federation
Antonyms / Opposites
- dissociation
- disconnection
Related Words
- advancement
- aba
- colleges
- accreditation
- nba
- governing
- collegiate
- scouts
- organisation
- alumni
Common Collocations
- trade association
- in association with
- free association
- professional association
- association football
- by association
Word Forms
associate (v); associates; associated; associating; association (n)
Word Tools
Literary Heritage
“To thine own self be true, and it must follow, as the night the day, thou canst not then be false to any man.”
/To thine own self be true/
“Be honest with yourself — and as naturally as night follows day, you will be unable to be false to others.”
“I'm nobody! Who are you? Are you nobody, too?”
/I'm nobody! Who are you?/
“I am nobody — and that quiet anonymity is more honest than the noise of public fame.”
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