Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
affinal
adjective
/əˈfaɪnəl/
Definition
Related to a relationship established through marriage, rather than by blood.
Examples
- She often spends time with her affinal relatives at family gatherings.
- Affinal relationships can be as significant as blood relations in many cultures.
Meaning
Affinal refers to connections formed not through family ties but through marriage or relationships created by marriage.
Synonyms
- marital
- in-law
- related by marriage
