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UK/["/əˈsəʊsieɪtɪd//əˈsəʊʃieɪtɪd/"]/US/["/əˈsəʊsieɪtɪd//əˈsəʊʃieɪtɪd/"]/

Meaning of Associated

if one thing is associated with another, the two things are connected because they happen together or one thing causes the other

In simple words: connected or related to something.

Associated in a sentence

  • the **risks associated** with taking drugs
  • Exposure to the sun is strongly associated with an increase in the incidence of skin cancer.
  • The conference will address the broad issues associated with E-commerce.
  • The following factors were **significantly associated** with chronic fatigue.
  • Lack of confidence is not something **normally associated** with a high-flying sales executive.
  • Salaries and **associated costs** have risen substantially.
  • He no longer wished to be associated with the party's policy on education.
  • Associated British Foods

How to use Associated

Use 'associated' when discussing relationships or connections, often in academic or professional contexts. It’s less common in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

associate + with + object

Memory hint

Sounds like 'a-soul-sha-ted' — think of souls that are tied together.

Related words

Collocations with Associated

  • associated with risk
  • associated problems
  • not commonly associated

Synonyms for Associated

Opposites of Associated

  • unrelated
  • disconnected

Common mistakes with Associated

  • Confused with 'association' which is a noun.
  • Using the wrong preposition, such as 'to' instead of 'with'.

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Frequently asked questions about Associated

What does Associated mean?

connected or related to something.

What is the definition of Associated?

if one thing is associated with another, the two things are connected because they happen together or one thing causes the other

How do you use Associated in a sentence?

the **risks associated** with taking drugs

Can you give another example of Associated?

Exposure to the sun is strongly associated with an increase in the incidence of skin cancer.

What are synonyms for Associated?

Common alternatives include connected.

What is the opposite of Associated?

Opposite meanings include unrelated, disconnected.

What words go with Associated?

It commonly pairs with associated with risk, associated problems, not commonly associated.

What are common mistakes when using Associated?

Confused with 'association' which is a noun. Using the wrong preposition, such as 'to' instead of 'with'.

How do you pronounce Associated?

US: /["/əˈsəʊsieɪtɪd//əˈsəʊʃieɪtɪd/"]/, UK: /["/əˈsəʊsieɪtɪd//əˈsəʊʃieɪtɪd/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Associated?

Use 'associated' when discussing relationships or connections, often in academic or professional contexts. It’s less common in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Associated?

"Associated" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.