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affinity

noun

/əˈfɪn.ɪ.ti/

Meaning

A natural liking for or attraction to a person, thing, idea, etc.

a natural liking, attraction, or connection between people, things, or ideas

She has an affinity for classical music.

She felt a strong affinity for classical music.

have an affinity with

connection, kinship, rapport, liking, attraction, bond, sympathy

Entry 1

connection, kinship, rapport

Entry 2

liking, attraction, connection, bond, sympathy

aversion, dislike, alienation, repulsion

Entry 1

aversion, dislike, alienation

Entry 2

dislike, aversion, repulsion

strong affinity, natural affinity, cultural affinity, affinity with

a claim or assertion that someone has done something illegal or wrong, typically without proof

A feeling of doubt, worry, or suspicion.

the capacity to have an effect on the character, development, or behavior of someone or something

A building or room containing collections of books, periodicals, and sometimes other materials for p...

The movement of salt water into freshwater areas, typically affecting coastal regions.

the action of becoming larger, more extensive, or widespread