attached
Translation
attached, fond of, connected
Examples
The children are very attached to their grandparents.
The children are very attached to their grandparents.
Please find the report in the attached file.
Please find the report in the attached file.
He was attached to the research department for a year.
He was attached to the research department for a year.
Grammar Patterns
((be)) attached ((to sb./sth.)) to be fond of (sb./sth.) The children are very attached to their grandparents.
((be)) attached ((to sth.)) to be joined to (sth.) Please find the report in the attached file.
Similar Words
Synonyms: connected, joined, fond; Antonyms: detached, separate, indifferent
Etymology
Past participle of the verb 'attach'. See 'attach' for root etymology.
Memory Tips
Think of a physical attachment, like a trailer attached to a car, and apply that idea of connection to emotions or work.