Word
affiliated
Phoneticsaf·fil·i·at·ed, stress on the second syllable
US/əˈfɪɫiˌeɪtɪd/
UK/ɐfˈɪlɪˌeɪtɪd/
Definitions
01officially connected
B2 · Upper Intermediate Formal
adj. connected to a larger organization or group.
adj. officially attached or connected to an organization, often as a subsidiary or member.
“The local hospital is affiliated with a famous university in the city.”
“While the research institute remains an independent entity, it is closely affiliated with the national health department for funding purposes.”
Usage
Usually followed by the preposition 'with'.
Synonyms
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02to join a group
C1 · Advanced Formal
v. to officially join or become part of a larger group.
v. to adopt or receive into a close connection as a member or branch.
“The small club decided to affiliate with the national organization last year.”
“The regional branches voted to affiliate themselves with the international federation to gain better access to global resources.”
Usage
Often used in the passive voice or as a reflexive verb ('affiliate oneself with').
Real-World Examples
“All of the study authors are affiliated with either the Glenn Biggs Institute or The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley.” “News reports indicate the attacks were likely carried out by militants affiliated with the local ISIL terrorist group.” - Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- C1 · Advanced
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