Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
relative
noun/adjective
/ˈrɛlətɪv/
Definition
A relative is a person connected by blood or marriage.
Examples
- My aunt is a relative of mine.
- The value of a good education is relative to one’s future opportunities.
Meaning
In a broader sense, ‘relative’ can also refer to something that is considered in relation to something else.
Synonyms
- kin
- relation
- associate
