ASSOCIATION Synonyms: 145 Similar and Opposite Words

association

noun

ə-ˌsō-sē-ˈā-shən

Definition of association

as in partnership

the state of having shared interests or efforts (as in social or business matters) the public television station is producing the series in association with a foundation for the arts

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as in organization

a group of persons formally joined together for some common interest all associations meeting on town property must be registered with and approved by the registrar's office

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as in relationship

the fact or state of having something in common what's the association between cat hair and my allergic reaction to certain proteins?

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Recent Examples of association Those cultural associations can be a powerful differentiator in Europe and Asia, where consumers are often drawn to the story and sense of place behind a brand as much as the product itself. — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2026 Previous studies looked at the association, but this looked at what preceded the other. — Alice Oglethorpe, Glamour, 2 Sep. 2026 Tarrant County owns six cameras, but there are 949 total across the county owned by cities and homeowners associations. — Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Sep. 2026 The association’s main concern is that all Class 1 e-bikes would have to be sold with front and rear lighting equipment starting in 2029, according to a statement submitted in opposition. — Madison Smalstig, Sacbee.com, 1 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for association

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Noun

The Tommy Hilfiger partnership felt to Kelce like a natural fit.

— Nick Remsen, Vogue, 1 Sep. 2026
Under the partnership, ERI will use its nationwide electronics collection and processing network to identify, secure, and pre-process products containing rare earth magnets and other critical materials for recovery by Cyclic Materials.

— Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of partnership

Noun

Because solutions are designed with model-agnostic architecture, organizations can adopt future AI innovations without rebuilding their underlying systems.

— Lyssanoel Frater, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2026
Thousands of others stand to ride the wave of the trillion-dollar wealth transfer, including billionaires’ siblings, grandchildren, and organizations tied to philanthropic endeavors like non-profits and education institutions.

— Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of organization

Noun

Before Bret can continue to self-identify as Shakespeare’s most famous hero, he’s questioned by Detectives Donaldson and Fregosi, who wonder if Bret isn’t being honest about the nature of his relationship with Matt.

— Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 3 Sep. 2026
As a result, successful commercial property management is built around business relationships rather than transaction management.

— David Crown, Forbes.com, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of relationship

Noun

There’s nothing basic about this evening look from the Elie Saab H&M collaboration.

— Tina Isaac-Goizé, Vogue, 3 Sep. 2026
Our Science Quickly podcast is based on original reporting, collaboration with editors and scientists and exacting production.

— Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of collaboration

Noun

Local media also reported gunshots ringing out from the Plateau administrative district, where the Presidential Palace and key institutions are located.

— ABC News, ABC News, 29 Aug. 2026
Summary Canadian universities have successfully recruited 64 international scholars, 48 from top American institutions like Harvard and MIT.

— Michael T. Nietzel, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of institution

Noun

Carrington in particular models what some have termed an ecofeminist approach, one that does not appropriate animals for the artist’s own self-revelation but instead develops kinship across species.

— Kelly Presutti, ARTnews.com, 28 Aug. 2026
Many here say that, despite Iceland’s European roots, the country feels just as much kinship with the United States – if not more.

— Mark Sappenfield, Christian Science Monitor, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of kinship

Noun

Whatever our party affiliation or political views, Americans should appreciate Roosevelt’s ingenuity, determination and confidence and applaud Eisenhower’s competence, planning and stewardship.

— John T. Shaw, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026
Abigail Witmer does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

— Abigail Witmer, The Conversation, 31 Aug. 2026

Definition of affiliation

Noun

While higher earners had been spending more using credit cards, the institute said the gap across income classes began narrowing in May of this year.

— Alex Harring, CNBC, 29 Aug. 2026
In July, CalMatters reported that the measure was written in a way that likely predetermines the single institute that will receive half the funds.

— Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 29 Aug. 2026

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