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associated

American  
[uh-soh-shee-ey-tid, -see-] / əˈsoʊ ʃiˌeɪ tɪd, -si- /

adjective

  1. connected with something else so as to exist or occur along with it; accompanying or corresponding (often used in combination).

    “Total Cost” includes books, software, shipping, and all associated costs of the program.

    Age-associated memory impairment refers to the general degradation of memory that results from aging.

  2. joined with another person or group as a companion, partner, or ally; affiliated.

    The State Bank of India, along with 4,665 branches of associated banks, held a 25% share in the Indian banking sector.

  3. connected or related in thought, feeling, memory, etc..

    Any two things, including ideas, become mentally associated if they are repeatedly experienced close together in time.


verb

  1. the simple past tense and past participle of associate.

Other Word Forms

  • nonassociated adjective
  • unassociated adjective
  • well-associated adjective

Etymology

Origin of associated

associate ( def. ) + -ed 2 ( def. )

Example Sentences

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Authorities say they are also reviewing symbols and clothing associated with the suspect, including a flag and T-shirt found at the scene, as part of their review of possible ideological motivations.

From Salon

Their result falls within the range associated with the Hubble tension, showing the method's potential to sharpen future measurements.

From Science Daily

The announcement marks a formal break with the university with which Summers had been associated since he was a graduate student.

From The Wall Street Journal

“Dental problems are very clearly associated with diabetes,” as well as heart problems and other health issues, said Paul Glassman, associate dean of the California Northstate University dentistry school.

From Los Angeles Times

Students on several campuses have embraced symbols of the monarchy, such as the country’s former flag, which has a “Lion and Sun” emblem on it associated with the dynasty.

From The Wall Street Journal