relative

/ɹˈɛlətˌɪv/

/ˈɹɛɫətɪv/

Relative

a family member who is related to us by blood or marriage

synonyms : relation

an animal or plant that bears a relationship to another (as related by common descent or by membership in the same genus)

synonyms : congenator

relative

measured or judged when compared to something else

antonyms : absolute

properly related in size or degree or other measurable characteristics; usually followed by `to'

(grammar) referring to a noun, clause or sentence that has come before

Examples

1. Relatives have taken up the cudgels for two British women accused of murder.

2. We sometimes visit our relatives during the holidays.

3. The couple received their relatives with open arms when they visited

4. so I can communicate with our relatives.