Synonyms for

Affinity

Verb / ʌˈfɪnʌti: / / ʌˈfɪnɪti: / Another word for affinity — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a natural liking or attraction to someone or something

Synonyms & similar words

consanguinity kinship chemicalattraction phylogeneticrelation liking fondness attachment attraction kinship bond connection rapport sympathy harmony interest preference taste inclination predilection penchant leaning bias partiality friendship

Synonyms by register

Formal

rapport kinship congeniality sympathy

Informal

liking connection bond chemistry

Literary

consanguinity accord

Antonyms

dislike aversion antipathy hostility repugnance disdain enmity

Common collocations

  • strong affinity
  • natural affinity
  • mutual affinity
  • affinity for
  • affinity between
  • affinity group
  • chemical affinity
  • racial affinity

Word family

noun affinity
adjective affinal

Usage note

Often used to describe a natural liking or attraction to a person or thing. Can also refer to a close similarity or inherent resemblance.

Example sentences

  1. I have an affinity for spicy food.
  2. The two musicians had an affinity for jazz music.
  3. Her affinity for reading led her to become a librarian.
  4. The team had an affinity for working together.
  5. We share an affinity for hiking.

Quotes

  • 'There is no greater gift you can give or receive than to honor your calling. It's why you were born. And how you become most truly alive.' - Oprah Winfrey
  • 'You can't connect the dots looking forward; you can only connect them looking backwards. So you have to trust that the dots will somehow connect in your future.' - Steve Jobs
  • 'Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.' - Winston Churchill

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