Definition of correlatenext
as in supplement
something that serves to complete or make up for a deficiency in something else the often uneasy relationship between the employer and his correlate, the employee

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as in to associate
to think of (something) in combination a demanding father who always correlated success with hard work

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Recent Examples of correlate
Noun
Not being able to focus correlates with a lower ability to recall information, according to a 2020 study conducted by Stanford University researchers. — Renée Onque, CNBC, 12 Mar. 2026 But gold’s now-unpredictable relationship with a once-reliable correlate is yet another sign investors are bracing themselves in case things go sideways. — Sasha Rogelberg, Fortune, 11 Feb. 2026
Verb
While vendor concentration can shut down the system, cognitive concentration can leave the system running while decisions become correlated. — Swati Deepak Kumar, Forbes.com, 6 Oct. 2026 Even when controlling for factors like weather and medical conditions, symptom severity correlated with higher skin temperature and less daily fluctuation in body temperature, meaning their bodies weren't cooling down as much at night. — Will Stone, NPR, 5 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for correlate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for correlate
Noun
  • From Omi—which has endeared itself to our editors with its surprisingly effective peptide supplements—these gummies not only taste like pie filling but contain IFP-131 Hair Growth Peptides.
    — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 6 Oct. 2026
  • As scientists increasingly investigate how everyday habits may influence health and aging, one longevity doctor says the keys to a longer, healthier life don't require expensive supplements, elaborate biohacks or cutting-edge treatments.
    — Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 6 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • Investigators tracked down the suspect after finding the email address linked to his X account and IP addresses associated with a residence in Grand Blanc.
    — DeJanay Booth-Singleton, CBS News, 7 Oct. 2026
  • Once associated with the city’s armed conflict, La Sierra has built a new reputation through its specialty coffee, with 30 local producers who work directly with Rituales.
    — Nikkita Nair, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Oct. 2026
Noun
  • Their arrival brought the station up to its normal complement of seven crewmembers.
    — Mike Wall, Space.com, 6 Oct. 2026
  • Rahman said head spas are generally fine as a complement to actual medical treatments, and for people who simply enjoy them.
    — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 1 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • After being asked to step out of the chair, a police dog identifies a tin of Altoids in the artist’s pocket.
    — William Vaillancourt, Rolling Stone, 11 Oct. 2026
  • Sheriff’s officials said the detectives later identified Morales Garcia, Farfan Ambriz and Medina as suspects in the homicide and obtained arrest warrants for them.
    — Rosalio Ahumada, Sacbee.com, 10 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • Join her for forest bathing or connecting with the Island’s ancient trees.
    — Adrienne Matei, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 Oct. 2026
  • Awe Inspired cofounder and chief executive officer Max Johnson first connected with Wilson after the model wore one of the brand’s necklaces to a Teen Vogue summit.
    — Maggie Clancy, Footwear News, 10 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • Benski and Clifford are currently in dispute with Vice over payments related the sale of Pulse.
    — Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 12 Oct. 2026
  • Vollmann was also pessimistic, relating that feeling comes from more than America’s current political issues, but also from the world’s environmental problems.
    — Graham Womack, Sacbee.com, 11 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • Why the burning sensation is not a benefit That sharp alcohol sting many of us learned to equate with efficacy is doing no useful work.
    — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 5 Oct. 2026
  • Bob O’Brien, Counterpoint’s research director, also equates Mini LED with FALD.
    — ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 2 Oct. 2026
Verb
  • Couto said the region generates about $4 in commercial sports revenue per person, compared with upward of $200 in North America.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 9 Oct. 2026
  • While the resulting hydrogen can help decarbonize industries that are difficult to electrify directly, its wider adoption has been constrained by its cost compared with hydrogen produced from fossil fuels.
    — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 9 Oct. 2026

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“Correlate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/correlate. Accessed 14 Oct. 2026.

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