affinity
word
Definition
A natural liking for or attraction to someone or something, or a similarity between things or people.
Usage & Nuances
Formal and academic; often used with 'for' (affinity for classical music) or 'between' (affinity between groups). Implies a natural connection, not something learned. Sometimes confused with 'affection,' but 'affinity' is deeper or more instinctive.
Spanish: afinidad - simpatía (emoción) - semejanza (característica)Portuguese (BR): afinidadePortuguese (PT): afinidadeChinese (Simplified): 亲和力 - 喜好 - 相似性Chinese (Traditional): 親和力 - 喜好 - 相似性Hindi: स्वाभाविक लगाव - समानताArabic: تآلف - ميل - تشابه
Example Sentences
She has an affinity for animals.
basic
There is an affinity between Spanish and Portuguese.
basic
He felt an instant affinity with his new colleagues.
basic
I’ve always had an affinity for spicy food—it just calls to me.
natural
Do you think there’s some kind of affinity between those two artists’ work?
natural
Sometimes you just have an affinity with a place and you can’t explain why.
natural