CEFR C1

correlate

verb

Meaning

To have a mutual relationship or connection, in which one thing affects or depends on another.

Examples

Scientists are trying to correlate the symptoms with the cause of the disease.
The data seems to correlate with our initial hypothesis.

Synonyms: relate, connect, associate, interrelate, interconnect

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correlate (C1)

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈkɔːrəleɪt/

Definition

To have a mutual relationship or connection, in which one thing affects or depends on another.

Examples

Scientists are trying to correlate the symptoms with the cause of the disease.
The data seems to correlate with our initial hypothesis.
It is difficult to correlate these two events directly.

How to Use correlate

correlate with (prepositional phrase): To have a connection or relationship with something else. — "The data correlates with the findings of previous studies."
correlate A with B (collocation): To show or establish a connection between two things. — "Researchers attempted to correlate the patient's symptoms with their diet."

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