Word
associated
Phoneticsas·so·ci·at·ed, stress on the second syllable
US/əˈsoʊsiˌeɪtɪd/
UK/ɐsˈəʊsɪˌeɪtɪd/
Definitions
01connected or related
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adj. connected to something else in your mind or in reality.
adj. connected, related, or linked in a logical or causal manner.
“There are many health risks associated with smoking cigarettes.”
“The researchers identified several environmental factors associated with the decline in local bird populations over the last decade.”
Usage
Usually followed by the preposition 'with'.
Pitfall
The costs associated to the project were high.
The costs associated with the project were high.
The adjective 'associated' almost always takes the preposition 'with'.
02business/corporate
C1 · Advanced Formal
adj. connected to a larger group or company.
adj. connected or amalgamated with another company or professional body, often in a subordinate or partner capacity.
“He works for an associated company that handles all the shipping.”
“The parent corporation manages three associated firms that specialise in logistics and international distribution.”
Usage
Often used before a noun in business contexts.
Teaching tip
In business, this often implies a specific legal or financial link between two organisations.
Synonyms
Antonyms
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “associated” in context.
Verb
01. become associated
“The town has become associated with the annual film festival.”
verb + adj
Adjective
02. associated with
“There are many health risks associated with smoking.”
adj + prep
Noun
03. problems associated
“The report highlights several problems associated with the new policy.”
noun + verb
04. costs associated
“We need to calculate the total costs associated with the renovation project.”
noun + verb
Adverb
05. strongly associated
“Regular exercise is strongly associated with a lower risk of heart disease.”
adv + adj
06. commonly associated
“Fever is a symptom commonly associated with the flu.”
adv + adj
07. closely associated
“The brand is closely associated with luxury and high-quality craftsmanship.”
adv + adj
08. associated with higher
09. associated with lower
10. associated with better
11. associated with health
12. associated with reduced
Real-World Examples
“She also founded cosmetics company Rare Beauty, in 2020, which is closely associated with her name and image.” “Some people may also experience photophobia or headaches associated with the eye injury.” “Mostly associated with death and decay, perhaps it is not surprising that when vultures disappeared from the skies across many West African cities, they were not missed.” “At lower levels, however, the picture became more surprising: beer, cider, and spirits were linked to higher mortality, while wine was associated with lower risk.” - 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.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL 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: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Very common
- Level
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