interrelated
Americanadjective
Usage
What does interrelated mean? Interrelated is used to describe two or more things that are closely connected to each other and may affect each other.Interrelated is used in situations in which two or more elements strongly influence each other or are closely linked to each other. For example, a study on unemployment and crime in a particular area may conclude that they are interrelated. Describing two things as being interrelated does not necessarily mean that one causes the other or that they cause each other (though in some cases this may be true).The word interrelated is typically used in the discussion of complex topics, such as economics, science, and politics. These often involve situations in which multiple things are happening at the same time. Interrelated things can impact each other or work together to affect something else.For example, the economy is affected by many interrelated factors, such as employment, interest rates, and inflation. These and many other interrelated factors affect each other and determine the overall state of the economy.The verb interrelate means to be connected in an interrelated way or cause things to become connected in this way.Example: The strength of the hurricane depends on several interrelated factors, including temperature and air pressure.
Other Word Forms
- interrelatedly adverb
- interrelatedness noun
Etymology
Origin of interrelated
Example Sentences
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Whatever the case, the Mayas’ circumstances and worldview no doubt informed their response to these interrelated pressures.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 20, 2026
It's an almost weekly occurrence because, since Rodri's injury, these two distinct but interrelated problems have infected every part of the pitch.
From BBC • Feb. 22, 2025
Because increasing climate volatility is linked to various interrelated hazards, the scientists said there is “an urgent need for disaster management, emergency preparedness, and infrastructure design” to incorporate the intensifying risks of these “cascading impacts.”
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 9, 2025
So what can you say about those differences and how they interrelated?
From Salon • May 5, 2024
The strongest push continues to be into rural areas, where the need for clean water, schools, employment, and housing is interrelated with health care.
From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French
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