Word
correlate
Phoneticscor·re·late, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈkɔɹəˌɫeɪt/
UK/kˈɒɹɪlˌeɪt/
Countable noun
Definition
n. a thing that is closely connected to another thing, especially when one changes because of the other. You use this when you see a pattern where two things happen together.
n. a phenomenon, factor, or variable that exists in a mutual relationship with another. It implies a statistical or causal connection where one element corresponds to or complements another.
Examples
“High blood pressure is a known correlate of heart disease.”
“Researchers identified social isolation as a significant correlate of depression in elderly populations living in urban areas.”
“While the study established a strong correlate between screen time and sleep disruption, the authors cautioned that correlation does not necessarily imply a direct causal mechanism.”
Examples
simple
“High blood pressure is a known correlate of heart disease.”
contextual
“Researchers identified social isolation as a significant correlate of depression in elderly populations living in urban areas.”
complex
“While the study established a strong correlate between screen time and sleep disruption, the authors cautioned that correlation does not necessarily imply a direct causal mechanism.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “correlate” in context.
Adverb
01. highly correlate
“Research shows that income levels highly correlate with access to quality healthcare.”
adv + verb
02. negatively correlate
“In this study, the amount of time spent on social media was found to negatively correlate with sleep quality.”
adv + verb
03. positively correlate
“Test scores often positively correlate with the number of hours spent studying.”
adv + verb
04. significantly correlate
“The data indicates that air pollution levels significantly correlate with respiratory issues in the city.”
adv + verb
05. strongly correlate
“Customer satisfaction ratings strongly correlate with the speed of service provided.”
adv + verb
Usage
Often followed by the preposition 'of' to indicate the related variable.
Real-World Examples
“Intriguingly, researchers have found that these dialects often correlate to unique behavioural differences between groups, such as specific foraging and migration habits.” “Engineers already use a related device, a trace identifier , to correlate events from one operation as it moves between services.” Word family
NOUN
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
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- Frequent
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