Affinity
01
the strength of attraction between an antigen and an antibody
例子
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
例子
She felt an immediate affinity with her new colleagues.
There is an affinity between classical music and mathematics.
03
亲和力, 自然的同情
a strong and natural liking or sympathy toward someone or something
例子
She felt an instant affinity with the new student, recognizing a shared love for literature.
她对新同学立刻产生了一种亲近感，认识到对文学的共同热爱。
His affinity for animals led him to volunteer at the local shelter every weekend.
他对动物的亲和力使他每个周末都在当地的收容所做志愿者。
04
(in chemistry) the force attracting atoms to each other, resulting in bond formation within molecules
例子
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
例子
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
例子
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
例子
He felt a strong affinity with the local community.
Literary critics often show affinity for certain genres.
