allied
Translation
allied, associated, related
Examples
The allied forces won the war.
The allied forces won the war.
Physics and chemistry are allied subjects.
Physics and chemistry are allied subjects.
Grammar Patterns
allied ((to/with sth.)) joined or working together The allied forces won the war.
allied ((to/with sth.)) closely related or similar Physics and chemistry are allied subjects.
Similar Words
Synonyms: associated, connected, united; Antonyms: opposed, hostile, separate
Etymology
Past participle of the verb 'to ally', from Old French 'alier' (to join, unite).
Memory Tips
If you have an 'ally', you are 'allied' with them. The '-ed' ending shows a state or condition.