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Affinity
01
the strength of attraction between an antigen and an antibody
Exemples
High-affinity binding increases the immune response.
02
affinité
an inherent resemblance or similarity between persons, things, or ideas
Exemples
There is an affinity between classical music and mathematics.
03
affinité
a strong and natural liking or sympathy toward someone or something
Exemples
His affinity for animals led him to volunteer at the local shelter every weekend.
Son affinité pour les animaux l'a conduit à faire du bénévolat au refuge local chaque week-end.
04
(in chemistry) the force attracting atoms to each other, resulting in bond formation within molecules
Exemples
Chemical affinity drives the reaction to form the compound.
05
(in anthropology) a relationship or kinship established through marriage or adoption rather than by blood
Exemples
Anthropologists distinguish between consanguinity and affinity.
06
(in biology) the degree of relationship between organisms or groups, often shown by structural or genetic resemblance
Exemples
Affinity in skeletal structures indicates common ancestry.
07
a close connection or natural attraction marked by shared interests, feelings, or character
Exemples
Literary critics often show affinity for certain genres.
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