Synonyms for

Association

Verb / ʌˌsəʊsi:ˈeɪʃʌn / / ʌˌsəʊʃi:ˈeɪʃʌn / Another word for association — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a group of people who come together for a common purpose or interest

Synonyms & similar words

affiliation connexion tie disassociation connection tieup club society group organization league union guild coalition federation confederation alliance partnership collaboration cooperation collusion consortium syndicate corporation company business

Synonyms by register

Formal

connection link relation correlation affiliation

Informal

link-up tie-up connection hook-up

Literary

bond nexus conjunction

Antonyms

disconnection separation disunity estrangement detachment alienation disassociation

Common collocations

  • business association
  • trade association
  • professional association
  • student association
  • close association
  • direct association
  • mutual association
  • strong association

Word family

noun association
verb associate
adjective associative
adverb associatively

Usage note

Often used to describe a group of people or organizations with a common interest. Be mindful of the context; 'association' can imply a formal organization or a more general connection.

Example sentences

  1. I joined the local association of artists so I could meet other people who love to paint.
  2. The association of doctors is hosting a conference next month.
  3. The student association at my school organizes events and activities for students.
  4. The association of librarians works to promote literacy and reading.
  5. The association of firefighters is always ready to respond to emergencies.

Quotes

  • The strength of the team is each individual member. The strength of each member is the team. - Phil Jackson
  • Alone we can do so little, together we can do so much. - Helen Keller
  • Coming together is a beginning, staying together is progress, and working together is success. - Henry Ford

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