Affiliative
Pronunciation: /ˈeɪˈɛfˈfaɪˈɫiˈˌeɪˌtiaɪˈvi/
Affiliative (adj)
- Showing warmth and friendliness towards other people; wanting to connect and be kind.
- Related to actions that help people stay close, cooperate, or form bonds within a group.
- In animals, describing behaviours that reduce tension and support social contact.
Affiliative (adjective)
Examples
- Her affiliative social behaviour makes everyone feel welcome.
- They show affiliative friendly social behaviour during team meetings.