related — connected with or relevant to something; having a family connection
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: connected with or relevant to something; having a family connection
Pronunciation (IPA): /rɪˈleɪtɪd/
Example Sentences
- My back pain is definitely related to sitting at this uncomfortable office chair for 8 hours a day.
- Tom discovered he was related to the pizza delivery guy, who turned out to be his long-lost cousin.
- All the computer problems today seem to be related to yesterday's software update.
related
ADJECTIVE[/rɪˈleɪtɪd/]
connected with or relevant to something; having a family connection
connected with or relevant to something; having a family connection
RE-LATE the story — relate it again until someone finally gets it.
Relate, translate — the only way to truly communicate.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'relatus', the past participle of 'referre' meaning 'to bring back' or 'to refer'. Combined with the English suffix '-ed' to form the adjective.
Breakdown
re- (back) + -late (from Latin 'latus', carried/brought) + -ed (adjective suffix) = related
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📝Examples
“My back pain is definitely related to sitting at this uncomfortable office chair for 8 hours a day.”
“Tom discovered he was related to the pizza delivery guy, who turned out to be his long-lost cousin.”
“All the computer problems today seem to be related to yesterday's software update.”
“Sarah's sudden interest in cooking is definitely related to her new boyfriend being a chef.”
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