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Definition of relatedness

relatedness

/rɪˈleɪtɪdnəs/
re · lat · ed · ness
Adjective:related
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• noun

1

The state, fact, or degree of being connected or associated with something or someone else.

Example

"Psychology researchers often emphasize the human need for autonomy, competence, and social relatedness."

2

The degree of genetic, evolutionary, or familial kinship between organisms or individuals.

Example

"Evolutionary biologists study how the coefficient of genetic relatedness influences altruistic behavior within animal colonies."

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• Nearby Words

relate
related
relatedly
relatedness
relater
relation
relational

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Relatedness. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/relatedness
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