Synonyms

associated

American

[uh-soh-shee-ey-tid, -see-] / əˈsoʊ ʃiˌeɪ tɪd, -si- /

adjective

connected with something else so as to exist or occur along with it; accompanying or corresponding (often used in combination).

“Total Cost” includes books, software, shipping, and all associated costs of the program.
Age-associated memory impairment refers to the general degradation of memory that results from aging.
joined with another person or group as a companion, partner, or ally; affiliated.

The State Bank of India, along with 4,665 branches of associated banks, held a 25% share in the Indian banking sector.
connected or related in thought, feeling, memory, etc..

Any two things, including ideas, become mentally associated if they are repeatedly experienced close together in time.

verb

the simple past tense and past participle of associate.

Other Word Forms

Etymology

Origin of associated

associate ( def. ) + -ed ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

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“I am very shocked to see the news,” he told the Associated Press.

From Los Angeles Times • May 3, 2026

His work has appeared in the Chicago Tribune, the Associated Press and Quanta Magazine.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 3, 2026

The Associated Press estimated his total financial losses at a minimum of $50 million.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 30, 2026

An April poll from the Associated Press-NORC Center for Public Affairs Research released Tuesday showed that 73% of Americans think the economy is doing poorly.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

She was finally freed with the help of the AARP, volunteer lawyers, a private attorney, and an article about her plight published by the Associated Press.

From "Zeitoun" by Dave Eggers

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