Correspond
ˌkɔːrɪˈspɒnd
Meaning & Definition
verb
to communicate by exchanging letters, emails, or other forms of written communication.
They correspond regularly to maintain their friendship despite the distance.
to have a close similarity or match; to be in agreement or conformity.
His actions do not correspond with his words.
to be equivalent or similar in some way.
The two figures correspond in terms of their dimensions.
Etymology
from Latin correspondere, from cor- 'together' + respondere 'to respond'
Common Phrases and Expressions
correspond with
to communicate with someone in writing or through messages.
correspond to
to be equivalent or analogous to something.
corresponding angle
an angle that is formed when a transversal crosses two parallel lines.
Related Words
respond
to say something in reply.
communicate
to share or exchange information.
Slang Meanings
write back
I'll get back to you, just waiting to correspond.
hit up
Make sure to hit me up when you want to correspond!