Correlate — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun verb /ˈkȯr-ə-lət/ (noun) /ˈkȯr-ə-ˌlāt/ (verb) cor·re·late

Meaning & Definition of Correlate

Correlate (noun)

  1. either of two things so related that one directly implies or is complementary to the other (such as husband and wife)
  2. a phenomenon that accompanies another phenomenon, is usually parallel to it, and is related in some way to it

Correlate (verb)

  1. to bear reciprocal or mutual relations, correspond
  2. to establish a mutual or reciprocal relation between
  3. to show correlation or a causal relationship between

Correlate (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. something that serves to complete or make up for a deficiency in something else

    "the often uneasy relationship between the employer and his correlate, the employee"

    similar: complement, supplement
    related: addendum, addition, appendix, adjunct, annex, appendage, extension, accessory, accompaniment, appliance, attachment, additive, filler

Correlate (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to think of (something) in combination

    "a demanding father who always correlated success with hard work"

    similar: associate, connect, identify, link, relate
    related: compare, equate, liken, group, join, lump (together), tie (together)
    near: contrast, differentiate, discriminate, distinguish, separate, set off

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Correlate

The most common words with a similar meaning to Correlate:

complement, supplement, associate, connect, identify, link, relate

Related Words for Correlate

addendum, addition, appendix, adjunct, annex, appendage, extension, accessory, accompaniment, appliance, attachment, additive, filler, compare, equate, liken, group, join, lump (together), tie (together)

Near Antonyms of Correlate

contrast, differentiate, discriminate, distinguish, separate, set off

Word Forms of Correlate

Inflections: correlated, correlating

Derived words: correlate (adjective), correlatable (adjective), correlator (noun)

Origin & Etymology of Correlate

back-formation from correlation

First known use: 1643

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Correlate

Frequently Asked Questions about Correlate

What does "Correlate" mean?

"Correlate" means either of two things so related that one directly implies or is complementary to the other (such as husband and wife). As an a noun and a verb, it is defined as: either of two things so related that one directly implies or is complementary to the other (such as husband and wife). It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Correlate"?

Other words for "Correlate" include complement, supplement, associate, connect, identify, link and relate. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Correlate" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Correlate"?

There are 27 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Correlate". Common alternatives include complement, supplement, associate, connect, identify, link and relate.

How do you use "Correlate" in a sentence?

Examples of "Correlate" in a sentence: "the often uneasy relationship between the employer and his correlate, the employee"; "a demanding father who always correlated success with hard work".

Is "Correlate" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Correlate" can be used as a noun and a verb, depending on the context.

Is "Correlate" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a C2-level word, "Correlate" is typical of Cambridge C2 Proficiency (CPE), IELTS band 8.5–9.0, TOEFL iBT 114–120, PTE Academic 85–90. Advanced words like this are also useful for the GRE, SAT, GMAT, and LSAT.

How do you pronounce "Correlate"?

"Correlate" is pronounced /ˈkȯr-ə-lət/ as a noun and /ˈkȯr-ə-ˌlāt/ as a verb and divided into syllables as cor·re·late.

What is the origin of the word "Correlate"?

"Correlate" comes from back-formation from correlation. First known use: 1643.