Correlate

/ˈkɔːrəˌleɪt/

Meaning & Definition

noun
a thing that has a mutual relationship or connection with another.
The study highlights the correlate of stress and heart disease.
a statistical measure that describes the extent to which two variables are related.
The correlate between temperature and ice cream sales was evident during the summer months.
verb
to show or establish a relationship between two or more things.
Researchers aim to correlate sleep patterns with academic performance.
to have a mutual relationship or connection.
The scientists found that increased exercise correlates with better health outcomes.

Etymology

From Latin 'correlatus', past participle of 'correlare' meaning 'to relate together'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

correlate with:
to have a mutual relationship with something.
strongly correlate:
to have a significant or substantial connection.
directly correlate:
to have a relationship that is straightforward or intuitive.

Related Words

Slang Meanings

to connect the dots
We need to correlate these facts to solve the mystery.
to link up
You need to correlate all the data we have.