The Open Dictionary

affiliated

adjective

UK/əˈfɪl.i.eɪ.tɪd/
US/əˈfɪl.i.eɪ.t̬ɪd/

Definitions of affiliated adjective

  1. being connected to or controlled by a particular group or organization.

    • This hospital is affiliated with a renowned medical school.

    • Many small businesses are affiliated with larger chain stores.

    • The research institute has affiliations with several universities.

  2. used to describe individuals who declare support for a specific political party when registering to vote.

    • In the election, they need to clearly state which party they are affiliated with.

    • In the U.S., voters select the political party they are affiliated with when they register.

    • Some voters choose not to be affiliated with any particular party.