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Correlation

Noun / ˌkɔ:rʌˈleɪʃʌn / Another word for correlation — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Correlation means a mutual relationship or connection between two or more things.

Synonyms & similar words

coefficientofcorrelation correlationalstatistics correlationcoefficient correlativity relationship connection association link tie bond interrelation interconnection dependence mutualism mutuality correspondence parallelism similarity resemblance affinity kinship rapport harmony consistency

Synonyms by register

Formal

relationship connection link association interrelation

Informal

link connection tie hang-up

Literary

kinship accord consonance

Antonyms

disconnection disassociation disparity difference independence unrelatedness

Common collocations

  • strong correlation
  • weak correlation
  • positive correlation
  • negative correlation
  • correlation coefficient
  • correlation analysis
  • correlation between
  • correlation exists

Word family

noun correlation
verb correlate
adjective correlative
adverb correlatively

Usage note

Correlation indicates a mutual relationship or connection between two or more things. It does not imply causation, meaning one thing does not necessarily cause the other.

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Example sentences

  1. There is a correlation between how much it rains and how much the flowers grow.
  2. There is a correlation between how much you study and how good your grades are.
  3. There is a correlation between how much you exercise and how healthy you are.
  4. There is a correlation between how much you save and how much money you have.
  5. There is a correlation between how much you eat and how much you weigh.

Quotes

  • There is a positive correlation between love and happiness.
  • There is a negative correlation between stress and productivity.
  • There is a strong correlation between exercise and good health.

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