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Associated is an adjective that refers to something that is connected or linked to something else. It indicates a relationship or correlation between different entities, events, or ideas. The term often implies that the mentioned elements share a common characteristic, purpose, or occurrence.
In a general context, associated is used to describe the connection between two or more things or concepts. For example, one could say that high blood pressure is often associated with unhealthy eating habits and a sedentary lifestyle. Here, the term emphasizes the recognized correlation between these factors.
In a more specific sense, associated can indicate membership or affiliation with an organization, group, or individual. For instance, a person might be referred to as an associate of a particular institution, implying their affiliation or connection to it without being an official member. Similarly, a business or company might have associated partners or organizations that they work closely with to achieve shared goals.
Furthermore, associated can also imply a secondary or related attribute or consequence. For instance, someone might have associated symptoms as a result of a particular illness or condition.
Overall, associated conveys the idea of a connection, link, or relationship between multiple elements or entities, whether it be in terms of correlation, affiliation, or secondary consequences.
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The word associated is derived from the Latin word associatus, which is the past participle of the verb associare. Associare is composed of the prefix ad- meaning to or towards and sociare meaning to unite or to combine. Thus, the word associated originally meant to unite with or to join together.
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