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

Who shall say what is the invisible tissue—what the innumerable cords—that tie this planet and all its material natures to the millions of worlds with which it is affined?

From Project Gutenberg

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

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It is still an open question whether the Tupis and Guaranis who inhabit the vast region between the Amazon and the Pampas of Buenos Ayres are affined to them.

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

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I'm not affined Or favored overmuch at Monticello, But there's a mighty swarming of new bees About the premises, and all have wings.

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