correlate
/ˈkɒɹələt/
Group 14Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (verb)
- To have a mutual relationship or connection; to establish a relationship between GRE
Example in Context
The study found that higher levels of education correlated strongly with increased civic participation across all demographic groups.
Synonyms
connectlinkrelate
Etymology
'Together related' concepts or items.
- cor- (Latin) — together
- relatus (Latin) — related
Memory Aid
🔗Sounds like “core relate”
My CORE theories on pizza toppings and happiness always CORRELATE!
Visual Association
🔍A detective connecting various clues on a board with red string, revealing a shocking relationship.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “correlate” mean on the GRE?
correlate (verb) means “To have a mutual relationship or connection; to establish a relationship between”. The study found that higher levels of education correlated strongly with increased civic participation across all demographic groups.
How to remember “correlate” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “correlate” sounds like “core relate”. My CORE theories on pizza toppings and happiness always CORRELATE!
What are synonyms for “correlate”?
Common synonyms: connect, link, relate.