connate

Definitions of connate
  1. adjective
    related in nature
    “connate qualities”
    synonyms: cognate
    related, related to
    being connected either logically or causally or by shared characteristics
  2. adjective
    of similar parts or organs; closely joined or united
    “a connate tomato flower”
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    antonyms:
    adnate
    of unlike parts or organs; growing closely attached
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