Definition

Connected to something else; having a connection or association with another thing.

Example

The two studies are related and provide complementary insights.

Conversation

Did you know that I have a few cousins who are related to us?

Really? I didn't know we had more family around.

Yeah, they live in a different city, but we should visit them sometime.

That sounds like a great idea! It would be nice to connect with our related family.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Related → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "latus" (from Latin, meaning to carry or bear). The word "related" means to be connected or to have a connection again, as if carrying a relationship between things.

Memory Tip

Think of 'carrying' ('latus') a connection 'again' ('re-') — that's why related means having a connection.

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