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Considered in relation or in proportion to something else
“These proportions are relative only to one another and do not in any way represent the whole plant diet.”
To a proportional degree
“A kitten requires three times more nourishment relative to its bodyweight than a fully grown cat.”
True to a certain degree or extent, especially in comparison
“He raised himself from a humble and laborious situation in life to a state of relative ease and comfort.”
Relevant or important with regard to (a subject or matter)
“Details that are relative to the case have been systematically archived.”
Depending on other factors
Having reliance on somebody or something
A relation who is connected by blood or marriage
“Kim Kardashian is a relative of Scottish outlaw and folk hero Robert Roy MacGregor, and can also claim royal descent, according to the Daily Record.”
One from whom a person is descended
A closely related or similar entity
A relative by marriage
As related, or relative, to (something)
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