Synonyms for

Correlate

Verb / ˈkɔ:rʌˌleɪt / / ˈkɔ:rʌlʌt / Another word for correlate — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Correlate means to have a mutual relationship or connection, especially in a statistical context.

Synonyms & similar words

correlative correlated relate connect associate link correspond match parallel coincide agree concur jibe harmonize conform mesh blend

Synonyms by register

Formal

relate associate connect link

Informal

go with match up pair with

Literary

intertwine conjoin

Antonyms

disconnect differ disagree contrast separate unrelated

Common collocations

  • correlate with
  • strongly correlate
  • positively correlate
  • negatively correlate
  • correlate data
  • correlate findings
  • correlate variables

Word family

noun correlation
verb correlate
adjective correlative
adverb correlatively

Usage note

Often used in statistics to describe a mutual relationship or connection between two or more things. Ensure the preposition 'with' is used when linking the items being correlated.

Example sentences

  1. The number of hours of sleep you get each night can correlate with how well you do on a test.
  2. The amount of water you drink can correlate with how healthy your skin looks.
  3. The price of gas can correlate with the distance you have to travel.
  4. The number of books you read can correlate with how well you do in school.
  5. The amount of exercise you get can correlate with how much energy you have.

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  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts. - Winston Churchill
  • The only way to do great work is to love what you do. - Steve Jobs
  • Believe you can and you're halfway there. - Theodore Roosevelt

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