affiliation

Definitions

The state or process of being officially attached or connected to an organization or group.

A person's connection or association with a particular political party, religion, or interest group.

Examples

The candidate was asked to disclose any political affiliation that might influence their decision-making.

Her long-standing affiliation with the research institute allowed her access to exclusive archives.

Synonyms

association connection alliance membership link relationship attachment

Antonyms

separation detachment disconnection division estrangement independence isolation