associated
adj.-
1 connected or related (adj.) B2 Upper Intermediateconnected to something else in your mind or in reality.
connected, related, or linked in a logical or causal manner.
ExampleThere are many health risks associated with smoking cigarettes.
ExampleThe researchers identified several environmental factors associated with the decline in local bird populations over the last decade.
UsageUsually followed by the preposition 'with'.
PitfallThe costs associated to the project were high.The costs associated with the project were high.The adjective 'associated' almost always takes the preposition 'with'.
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2 business/corporate (adj.) C1 Advanced Formalconnected to a larger group or company.
connected or amalgamated with another company or professional body, often in a subordinate or partner capacity.
ExampleHe works for an associated company that handles all the shipping.
ExampleThe parent corporation manages three associated firms that specialise in logistics and international distribution.
UsageOften used before a noun in business contexts.
Teacher's tipIn business, this often implies a specific legal or financial link between two organisations.