associate — to connect or link in one's mind
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to connect or link in one's mind
Pronunciation (IPA): /əˈsoʊʃieɪt/
Korean meaning: 연관시키다, 연상하다
Korean pronunciation: 어**소**시에이트
Example Sentences
- My mom still associates video games with laziness, despite my gaming career success.
- I don't associate with people who eat pineapple on pizza.
- The research clearly associates exercise with improved mental health.
associate
VERB//əˈsoʊʃieɪt//
to connect or link in one's mind
The detective associates clues on the evidence board to solve the case
Associate globally, appreciate deeply, negotiate wisely!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'associatus', the past participle of 'associare', which combines 'ad-' (to) and 'socius' (companion, ally). The word entered English through Old French 'associer' in the 14th century.
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📝Examples
“My mom still associates video games with laziness, despite my gaming career success.”
“I don't associate with people who eat pineapple on pizza.”
“The research clearly associates exercise with improved mental health.”
“My business associate thinks cats are plotting world domination.”
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