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Wordabulary

correlate

Pronunciation
Verb B2 Upper-intermediate

Quick answer

To have a close connection with something else, so that a change in one is linked to a change in the other.

"Researchers found that sleep quality correlates with exam performance."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

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Which word fits the gap? "Researchers found that sleep quality _____ with exam performance."

Answer: correlate

In your own words, what does "correlate" mean?

To have a close connection with something else, so that a change in one is linked to a change in the other.

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