relative
//ˈrɛlətɪv//
Noun
relativeSingular
relativesPlural
1
A person connected by blood or marriage; a family member
Most of my relatives live in the same city.
Synonym
Adjective
relativeCanonical form
more relativeComparative
most relativeSuperlative
1
Considered in relation or in proportion to something else; not absolute
The relative importance of each factor depends on the situation.
2
Existing or having its specific nature only by relation to something else; not independent or absolute
Beauty is relative and depends on personal taste.
3
Comparative or respective; having relation to
We need to consider the relative merits of each proposal.