English dictionary
associate
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Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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Closely connected or joined with some other, as in interest, purpose, employment, or office; sharing responsibility or authority; as, an <i>associate</i> judge.
Source: webster1913
noun
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a person who joins with others in some activity or endeavor
ExamplesHe had to consult his associate before continuing.
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a friend who is frequently in the company of another
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a person with subordinate membership in a society, institution, or commercial enterprise
ExamplesAssociates in the law firm bill at a lower rate than do partners.
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any event that usually accompanies or is closely connected with another
ExamplesFirst was the lightning and then its thunderous associate.
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a degree granted by a two-year college on successful completion of the undergraduates course of studies
Synonyms associate degreeSource: WordNet 3.0
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A companion; one frequently in company with another, implying intimacy or equality; a mate; a fellow.
Source: webster1913
adjective satellite
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having partial rights and privileges or subordinate status
ExamplesAn associate member.
An associate professor.
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verb
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make a logical or causal connection
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keep company with; hang out with
ExamplesHe associates with strange people.
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bring or come into association or action
Synonyms consociateSource: WordNet 3.0
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To join with one, as a friend, companion, partner, or confederate; as, to <i>associate</i> others with us in business, or in an enterprise.
Source: webster1913
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To unite in company; to keep company, implying intimacy; as, congenial minds are disposed to <i>associate</i>.
Source: webster1913