affinity
Translation
affinity, liking, kinship, similarity
Examples
She has a natural affinity for music.
She has a natural affinity for music.
There is a close affinity between the two languages.
There is a close affinity between the two languages.
Grammar Patterns
affinity for/with ((sb./sth.)) a natural liking or understanding of She has a natural affinity for music.
affinity between ((A)) and ((B)) a similarity between two things There is a close affinity between the two languages.
Similar Words
Synonyms: empathy, rapport, sympathy, similarity
Etymology
From Latin 'affinitas', from 'affinis' meaning 'related by marriage', from 'ad-' (to) + 'finis' (border).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'fine' connection or attraction you feel towards something or someone.