associated
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/əˈsəʊsieɪtɪd/
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/əˈsəʊsieɪtɪd/
Connected or related to something else.
The increase in salaries is associated with higher living costs.
Having a connection or involvement with a group or organization.
He decided not to be associated with the controversial group anymore.
Used to describe a larger company made up of smaller ones.
The Associated Press is a well-known news agency.