Definition

Relating to or resulting from a connection or relationship between things or people.

Example

The associational aspects of the project helped strengthen community ties.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about how our memories are often associational?

Yeah, I guess we connect different experiences together in our minds.

Exactly! It's fascinating how one smell can trigger so many memories.

Totally, it's like our brain is a big web of associational links.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Associational → It is formed from "associatus" (meaning joined together) and the suffix "-al" (meaning relating to). The word "associational" refers to something that is related to or characterized by association or connection.

Memory Tip

Think of being 'joined together' ('associatus') and how the '-al' suffix indicates a relationship. This helps you remember that 'associational' relates to connections or associations.

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