The difference between Akin and Connate

Akin as an adjective (of persons):

Of the same kin; related by blood.

Akin as an adjective (often, followed by {{m, to):

}} Allied by nature; similar; partaking of the same properties; of the same kind.

Connate as an adjective:

Of the same or a similar nature; proceeding from the same stock or root.

Connate as an adjective:

inborn

Connate as an adjective (botany):

united with others of the same kind (especially of sepals or petals)

Connate as an adjective (geology):

trapped within a rock at the time of its formation (especially of water or petroleum)