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Affinity
01
the strength of attraction between an antigen and an antibody
Exemple
The drug 's effectiveness depends on its affinity for specific antibodies.
High-affinity binding increases the immune response.
02
an inherent resemblance or similarity between persons, things, or ideas
Exemple
She felt an immediate affinity with her new colleagues.
There is an affinity between classical music and mathematics.
03
afinitate, simpatie naturală
a strong and natural liking or sympathy toward someone or something
Exemple
She felt an instant affinity with the new student, recognizing a shared love for literature.
Ea a simțit o afinitate instantanee cu noul student, recunoscând o dragoste comună pentru literatură.
His affinity for animals led him to volunteer at the local shelter every weekend.
Afinitațile lui pentru animale l-au determinat să facă voluntariat la adăpostul local în fiecare weekend.
04
(in chemistry) the force attracting atoms to each other, resulting in bond formation within molecules
Exemple
The molecule 's stability arises from the affinity between its atoms.
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
Exemple
She gained new relatives through affinity after marrying into the family.
Anthropologists distinguish between consanguinity and affinity.
06
(in biology) the degree of relationship between organisms or groups, often shown by structural or genetic resemblance
Exemple
Phylogenetic studies revealed the affinity between the two species.
Affinity in skeletal structures indicates common ancestry.
07
a close connection or natural attraction marked by shared interests, feelings, or character
Exemple
He felt a strong affinity with the local community.
Literary critics often show affinity for certain genres.
Arbore Lexical
affinity
affine
