affined

[ uh-fahynd ]

adjective

1. closely related or connected.
2. bound; obligated.

affined

/ əˈfaɪnd /

adjective

1. closely related; connected

Word History and Origins

Origin of affined¹

First recorded in 1590–1600; affine + -ed ³

Example Sentences

Strange that these two hearts so thoroughly affined should be so misjudging each of the other!

From Project Gutenberg

To all such was applied the term aca, related or affined;32-2 and marriage within the chinamitl was not permitted.

From Project Gutenberg

Truly affined mates would have remained faithful to each other as long as life lasted.

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