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Learn “Affinity”

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Affinity

noun/uh-fin-i-tee/

Meaning

a spontaneous or natural liking or sympathy for someone or something.

In context

She has an affinity for classical music.

Remember it

Affinity: you just feel FINE around it — a natural pull towards a person, place or hobby.

Use it well

Use 'affinity for' or 'affinity with'; shows natural liking — stronger than interest, warmer than skill.