relative

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[edit] English

[edit] Etymology

From Latin relativus, adjective form with suffix -ivus, from relatus, perfect passive participle of referre, literally carry again, from prefix re-, again + ferre, bear or carry, from PIE ??

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relative

  1. Relating to, being relevant towards.

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relative (not comparable)

Positive
relative

Comparative
not comparable

Superlative
none (absolute)

  1. not absolute; connected to or depending on something else

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[edit] Noun

Singular
relative

Plural
relatives

relative (plural relatives)

  1. Someone in the same family; someone connected by blood, marriage, or adoption.

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[edit] French

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  • IPA: /ʁəlativ/

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relative f.

  1. Feminine form of relatif.

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relative pl.

  1. Feminine form of relativo.
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