1. in the sense of link
- connect
- link
- relate
- couple
- equate
- identify
- think of together
- bracket
- draw a parallel with
- think of in connection with
- set side by side with
- mention in the same breath as
2. in the sense of mix
- keep company
- mix
- socialize
- mingle
- go around
- get together
- fraternize
- rub shoulders
- have dealings
- consort
- hobnob
- rub elbows
- hang out
- run around
- hang around
- hang about
- knock around
- knock about
- pal around
- pal up
- be thick with
- chum around
3. in the sense of affiliate
- align
- affiliate
- join
- connect
- join forces
- join up
- combine
- attach
- band together
- team up
- ally
- be in league
- syndicate
- form an alliance
- consolidate
- federate
- conjoin
- incorporate
- integrate
- merge
Example Sentences of Associate
1. I associate summer with beaches.
2. They associate her with creativity.
3. He doesn't associate with criminals.
4. People associate success with hard work.