Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

correlation

noun
/ˌkɔːrəˈleɪʃən/
Definition
A statistical measure that describes the extent to which two variables are related to each other.
Examples
  • The correlation between study hours and exam scores is strong.
  • Researchers found a positive correlation between exercise and mental health.
  • There is no significant correlation between the two datasets.
Meaning
Correlation indicates the degree to which one variable changes in relation to another. It helps to show how two things are connected.
Synonyms
  • relationship
  • association
  • connection