Definitions

1. verb

to show a relationship between two or more things, especially in order to gain a better understanding or to make a prediction.

“The researchers correlated the rise in temperatures with the decrease in ice cover.”

2. verb

to associate or connect something with something else, especially in order to find a cause or a link.

“Scientists correlated the symptoms with the new medication to see if there was any connection.”

3. noun

a relationship between two or more things, especially one that is shown to be connected or associated.

“The correlation between the economy and the housing market is an important factor to consider.”