Definition

In a way that is naturally connected or joined together.

Example

The two species evolved connately, sharing many traits due to their common ancestry.

Conversation

I read that some plants grow connately with each other.

Oh really? That sounds interesting!

Yeah, it means they develop together in a similar way.

Nature is amazing how everything is connected like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Connately → It is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "natus" (meaning born). The word "connately" refers to things that are born or developed together, indicating a close relationship or connection between them.

Memory Tip

Think of things that are 'born together' ('natus') and 'with' ('con-') each other — that's why connately means they are closely related.

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