Learn how to use the comparative “more associated” and superlative “most associated” with example sentences and differences.

What is the comparative form of “associated”?

The comparative form of “associated” is “more associated”.

Example

The color blue is more associated with calmness than the color red.

Example

In Western culture, the owl is more associated with wisdom than any other animal.

What is the superlative form of “associated”?

The superlative form of “associated” is “most associated”.

Example

Among all the colors, green is the most associated with nature.

Example

The eagle is the most associated bird with power and strength.

Why is this expression not used with most, more?

"Most" and "more" are used with "associated" to form the comparatives and superlatives. The forms "more associated" and "most associated" are commonly used to indicate a higher degree of connection or relationship.

Does this expression have an irregular comparative/superlative form?

"Associated" follows the regular pattern of using "more" and "most" for forming comparatives and superlatives.

Expressions with similar meanings to “more associated”

more connected

Used to describe something that has a stronger connection or relationship.

Example

The smell of freshly baked bread is more connected to home and comfort.

more linked

Used to indicate a stronger association or connection between two things.

Example

The scent of roses is more linked to romance and love.

Expressions with similar meanings to “most associated”

most connected

Used to describe something that has the strongest connection or relationship.

Example

The sound of raindrops is the most connected to relaxation and tranquility.

most linked

Used to indicate the strongest association or connection between two things.

Example

The taste of chocolate is the most linked to pleasure and indulgence.

Using than with comparative “more associated”

When using the comparative form "more associated" to compare two things, you would use "than" to connect the two parts of the comparison: Example: "The color blue is more associated with calmness than the color red." Here, "than" is used to show that the level of association with calmness in "the color blue" is higher than the level of association with calmness in "the color red."

How can I use this expression in context?

“more associated” and “most associated” can be used in a variety of situations to compare speed.

• 1. Colors

  Yellow is more associated with happiness than gray.

  Yellow is more associated with happiness than gray.

• 2. Animals

  The lion is the most associated animal with courage.

  The lion is the most associated animal with courage.

• 3. Scents

  Lavender is more associated with relaxation than citrus.

  Lavender is more associated with relaxation than citrus.

• 4. Tastes

  Bitterness is the most associated taste with coffee.

  Bitterness is the most associated taste with coffee.