🤝affinity

noun
/əˈfɪnɪti/

Meaning

a natural liking, attraction, or connection between people, things, or ideas
A natural liking for or attraction to a person, thing, idea, etc.

Example Sentences

She felt a strong affinity for classical music.

She has an affinity for classical music.

Example Expressions

have an affinity with

Synonyms

liking, attraction, connection, bond, sympathy, kinship, rapport
Entry 1
liking, attraction, connection, bond, sympathy
Entry 2
connection, kinship, rapport

Antonyms

dislike, aversion, repulsion, alienation
Entry 1
dislike, aversion, repulsion
Entry 2
aversion, dislike, alienation

Collocations

strong affinity, natural affinity, cultural affinity, affinity with

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