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affiliations

n. countable
C1 Advanced US //əˌfɪɫiˈeɪʃənz// UK //ɐfˌɪlɪˈeɪʃənz// af·fil·i·a·tions

n. official connections or memberships with a group, such as a political party or a religion.

n. formal connections or associations with an organisation, political party, or religious body. Often implies a shared set of beliefs or a professional obligation.


SIMPLE

She has strong affiliations with several local charities.

CONTEXTUAL

The journalist must disclose any political affiliations to ensure the public trusts their reporting as objective.

COMPLEX

The university's research department maintains close affiliations with several international laboratories, allowing for a seamless exchange of data and personnel across borders.

Synonyms
Usage

Commonly used in the plural form when referring to a person's various social or professional ties.

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