The word "relative" refers to something that is considered in relation to something else. It can describe a person who is connected to you by blood or marriage (like a sibling, parent, or cousin), or it can refer to a comparison between two or more things that may change depending on the context.
The term "relative" comes from the Latin word "relativus," which means "making a relation," derived from "relatio," meaning "a bringing back" or "a relation." This base reflects the idea of relationships or connections between things or people.