correspondence (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌkɒr.əˈspɒn.dəns/

Definition

Communication by exchanging letters or emails; the letters or emails themselves.

Examples

• Their correspondence lasted for over ten years.

• I have a lot of correspondence to catch up on after my vacation.

• Please keep all correspondence related to this matter in a safe place.

How to Use correspondence

correspondence between (prepositional phrase)

Used to show a relationship or similarity between two or more things. — "There is a strong correspondence between the two studies."

correspondence with (prepositional phrase)

Used to indicate communication with a person or entity. — "I had extensive correspondence with the author about her book."

in correspondence with (prepositional phrase)

In agreement or conformity with something. — "His actions were in correspondence with his promises."

Synonyms of correspondence

Words with a similar meaning to correspondence:

• letters
• communication
• exchange
• intercourse

Antonyms of correspondence

Words with the opposite meaning to correspondence:

• silence
• solitude

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