affiliated
- 01 B2 Upper Intermediate
adj.connected to a larger organization or group.
adj.officially attached or connected to an organization, often as a subsidiary or member.
Simple“The local hospital is affiliated with a famous university in the city.”
In context“While the research institute remains an independent entity, it is closely affiliated with the national health department for funding purposes.”
UsageUsually followed by the preposition 'with'.
SynonymsAntonyms - 02 C1 Advanced
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.
Simple“The small club decided to affiliate with the national organization last year.”
In context“The regional branches voted to affiliate themselves with the international federation to gain better access to global resources.”
UsageOften used in the passive voice or as a reflexive verb ('affiliate oneself with').
“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.”