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British pronunciation
/ɐfˈɪnɪti/

Definitie en betekenis van "affinity"in het Engels

01

the strength of attraction between an antigen and an antibody

example
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Scientists measured the antibody 's affinity to the virus.
02

an inherent resemblance or similarity between persons, things, or ideas

example
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The two artists share an affinity in style and vision.
03

affiniteit, natuurlijke sympathie

a strong and natural liking or sympathy toward someone or something
example
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Despite their different backgrounds, they formed a strong affinity through their shared experiences.
Ondanks hun verschillende achtergronden vormden ze een sterke affiniteit door hun gedeelde ervaringen.
04

(in chemistry) the force attracting atoms to each other, resulting in bond formation within molecules

example
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The experiment measured the electron affinity of various elements.
05

(in anthropology) a relationship or kinship established through marriage or adoption rather than by blood

example
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Inheritance rules sometimes take affinity into account alongside consanguinity.
06

(in biology) the degree of relationship between organisms or groups, often shown by structural or genetic resemblance

example
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Molecular analysis confirmed the affinity of these plants.
07

a close connection or natural attraction marked by shared interests, feelings, or character

example
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The two friends bonded through their affinity for adventure sports.
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