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cognate

noun

/ˈkɒɡneɪt/

Meaning

a word related to another word in origin; having the same linguistic root

The Spanish word 'madre' and the English word 'mother' are cognates.

related, akin, allied, comparable

unrelated, distinct, different

cognate words, cognate languages, cognate roots

a branch of the military or a group organized for a specific purpose

A serious disagreement or argument, often a prolonged one.

A person who is unfairly blamed for problems, mistakes, or faults of others.

A person or thing that carries, transports, or conveys something; also an organization that provides...

A hindrance or obstruction in doing something; an obstacle.

Morally correct behavior or thinking; righteousness.