Pronunciation

/əˈsəʊsiət/

Definitions

Noun

• A person who is connected or affiliated with another, often in a professional or social context.
• A colleague or co-worker at a company.
• A partner in a business or organization.
• A psychological link or connection between two people or things.

Verb

• To form a close relationship or association with someone.
• To join forces or collaborate with someone.
• To link or relate (ideas, concepts, or events) mentally.
• To become friends or friendly with someone.

Adjective

• Connected or related.
• Having a shared interest or profession.
• Working together or jointly.

Phrases

• “Associate with” implies being in frequent contact or partnership.
• “Professional associates” refer to colleagues in a work setting.
• “Team associates” denote members of a group working towards a common goal.
• “Forming an association” means creating a bond or link.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “He has several business associates who share his vision.”
• Verb: “She decided to associate herself with a local charity event.”
• Adjective: “Their academic backgrounds made them strong project associates.”
• Phrasal verb: “The two lawyers had been associates for over a decade.”

Synonyms

• Colleague
• Partner
• Fellow
• Companion
• Affiliate
• Link
• Connection
• Collaborator
• Acquaintance -盟友 (for non-native speakers)