Definitions

1. noun

a natural or habitual fondness or liking for something, a natural or habitual talent or aptitude for something

“The professor had a strong affinity for teaching and mentoring students.”

2. noun

the state or relationship of being related by blood or marriage, a bond or connection between people or things

“The family had a close affinity with their extended relatives.”

3. noun

a feeling of friendship or a close bond between people, a feeling of kinship or shared identity

“The group felt a strong affinity with the community they were working to support.”

4. noun

a special connection or relationship between two or more people, things, or ideas

“The artist’s affinity for the natural world was evident in her paintings.”

5. noun

a special or unique quality or characteristic

“The new restaurant’s affinity for using locally sourced ingredients was a major selling point.”

6. verb

to have a strong liking or talent for something

“She affinities for languages and began studying Spanish in college.”

7. verb

to form a close connection or relationship with something

“The company is trying to affinity with its customers through social media.”