Affiliative

Pronunciation: /ˈeɪˈɛfˈfaɪˈɫiˈˌeɪˌtiaɪˈvi/

Affiliative (adj)

  1. Showing warmth and friendliness towards other people; wanting to connect and be kind.
  2. Related to actions that help people stay close, cooperate, or form bonds within a group.
  3. 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.