Correlate
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈkɒɹəleɪt/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Correlate is a verb meaning (transitive) To compare things and bring them into a relation having corresponding characteristics.
Meaning
(transitive) To compare things and bring them into a relation having corresponding characteristics.
More Meanings
- (intransitive) To be related by a correlation; to be correlated.
- Either of a pair of things related by a correlation; a correlative.
Example Sentences
Doctrine and worship correlate as theory and practice.
“We must stop conflating selectivity with excellence. We must stop correlating prestige with privilege,” he said.
The starkness of the studies correlates with the rising number of people – especially Democrats – who see climate change as not just an issue but the issue of our times.
Two factors were heavily correlated with Gen Z happiness: how much time they got for weekend sleep and relaxation, and even more important was their sense of purpose, he said.
Word Forms
- correlates
- correlating
- correlated
Synonyms for correlate
Depending on context, synonyms include related, correlative, correlated.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include correlative, related, correlation, correspond, compare, coordinate.
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