affiliation

[ uh-fil-ee-ey-shuhn ]

noun

1. the act of affiliating; state of being affiliated affiliated or associated.

Other Words From

• inter·af·fili·ation noun
• nonaf·fili·ation noun
• preaf·fili·ation noun
• reaf·fili·ation noun
• super·af·fili·ation noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of affiliation¹

First recorded in 1745–55; from Medieval Latin affīliātiōn-, stem of affīliātiō “adoption”; equivalent to affiliate + -ion

Example Sentences

These two tribes exist in what appear to be parallel political ecosystems, across a deep partisan divide where opposing views are dismissed and the candidates inspire a devoted loyalty that goes beyond normal party affiliation.

From BBC

Another ad dropped a clip-art magnifying glass on a logo on Sheehy’s shirt, as evidence he was lying about his affiliation with a group that advocated for public-land privatization—he himself wanted to privatize public lands, and we had to “stop Shady Sheehy before we lose Montana for good.”

From Slate

About 70% of Gascón’s supporters said partisan affiliation played a role in their decision, and it’s possible undecided voters could trickle toward the incumbent given Democrats hold a massive advantage in voter registration in L.A.

From Los Angeles Times

Hochman is running as an independent and has worked to distance himself from his past GOP affiliation, saying he plans to vote for Vice President Kamala Harris in this year’s presidential race.

From Los Angeles Times

Harmon has said on his website that his “affiliation is to no group. I am not part of any Super Pacs or special interest group.”

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• connection
• partnership
• relationship