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Associative Definition & Meaning

associative
adjective
  1. characterized by or causing or resulting from the process of bringing ideas or events together in memory or imagination ; "associative learning"

"Associative" in song lyrics

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  • "addition is associative"
    AOL — AOL

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Frequently asked questions

What does associative mean?
characterized by or causing or resulting from the process of bringing ideas or events together in memory or imagination ; "associative learning"
What part of speech is associative?
Associative is an adjective.

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