consanguineous

Meanings

• adjective

  Related by blood; belonging to the same family.

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Antonyms

affinal

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Synonyms

consanguine , consanguineal , same-blooded

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Variants

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consanguineous , consanguineously

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Etymology

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From Latin consanguineus, from consanguis 'of the same blood' + -ineus 'belonging to'.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'consanguineous' is often used in the context of taboo relationships and laws, such as those prohibiting marriage between close relatives.

2. In some cultures, consanguineous relationships are considered desirable due to the belief that they strengthen family ties and prevent inbreeding.

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Related Concepts

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1. blood relation: Consanguineous relationships refer to family ties based on common ancestry.

2. consanguinity: The degree of relationship between individuals based on their common ancestry.

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Culture

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In literature, consanguineous relationships have been explored in various works, such as Shakespeare's Hamlet and Edgar Allan Poe's 'The Fall of the House of Usher'. In both cases, the relationships lead to tragic consequences.

How to Memorize "consanguineous"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a family tree with interconnected branches, representing the consanguineous relationships between different family members.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'consanguineous' with the concept of 'family' and 'blood relations'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic by remembering the Latin roots: 'consanguineous' comes from 'consanguis', meaning 'of the same blood'.

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