correlate

[kawr-uh-leyt, kor-, kawr-uh-lit, -leyt, kor-]

verb (used with object)

correlated, correlating 

1. to place in or bring into mutual or reciprocal relation; establish in orderly connection.

   to correlate expenses and income.

verb (used without object)

correlated, correlating 

1. to have a mutual or reciprocal relation; stand in correlation.

   The results of the two tests correlate to a high degree.

adjective

1. mutually or reciprocally related.

noun

1. either of two related things, especially when one implies the other.

correlate

/ ˈkɒrɪˌleɪt /

verb

1. to place or be placed in a mutual, complementary, or reciprocal relationship

2. (tr) to establish or show a correlation

adjective

1. having a mutual, complementary, or reciprocal relationship

noun

1. either of two things mutually or reciprocally related

Other Word Forms

• correlatable adjective
• intercorrelate verb (used with object)
• noncorrelating adjective
• uncorrelated adjective
• uncorrelatedly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of correlate¹

First recorded in 1635–45; probably back formation from correlation and correlative

Example Sentences

While the two did correlate, there was a significant additional factor: how much time those who were depressed or anxious spent alone.

From BBC

It also correlates closely with the places that a separate body of climate research has already identified as a shrinking environmental niche that has suited civilization for the past 6,000 years.

From Salon

I don’t think it’s any coincidence that the thematic simplification of superhero blockbusters has correlated with the willful ignorance of so many people on the conservative right.

From Salon

Wealth and income are directly correlated with how long a person lives and their quality of life.

From Salon

“People see the additions of big name players for a lot of money and think that directly correlates to the ability to win.”

From Los Angeles Times

Related Words

• correspond 
• interact 
• tie in