Pronunciation

/rɪˈlætɪv/

Definitions

Noun

• A relative is a person who is connected to another through blood ties, marriage, or adoption. Example: “My cousin is my first cousin, a relative on my mother’s side.”
• In a comparative context, it refers to something related or compared to another thing. Example: “The new car is more fuel-efficient than its relative model.”

Adjective

• Relative describes something that is in relation to something else. Example: “The climate here is relatively mild.”
• It can also be used to indicate a degree of likeness or proximity. Example: “Her skills are relatively strong in comparison to her peers.”

Adverb

• Used to modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs, indicating a relationship to another entity or situation. Example: “She is relatively inexperienced in this field.”

Phrases

• “Be related to” means having a familial connection.
• “Relatives’ houses” refers to the homes of family members.
• “Relative age” discusses someone’s age in comparison to others.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “My relatives from out of town are arriving soon.”
• Adjective: “The view from the top of the mountain is relatively stunning.”
• Adverb: “She performed the task relatively well, given her lack of experience.”

Synonyms

• Cousin
• Aunt/uncle
• Nephew/niece
• Parent/child
• In-law
• Comparative (in a sense of relatedness)
• Comparable
• Coherent
• Linked
• Connected