Definition of correlativenext
as in complementary
related to each other in such a way that one completes the other the correlative contributions that both teacher and student make to the learning process

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Recent Examples of correlative While there is some correlative evidence for this claim, such as the case of Northwestern University, no definitive link has been found. — Robert Schmad, The Washington Examiner, 3 Jan. 2026 There’s also the sort of correlative idea that modern mainframes can be useful in hosting LLMs and related systems. — John Werner, Forbes, 6 Oct. 2024 Yet, other correlative studies in Washington, California and Canada have suggested that hunting may make the problem worse. — Rebecca Niemiec, The Conversation, 13 Sep. 2024 In other words, citizenship is the highest de facto office in the land with correlative duties. — Armstrong Williams, Baltimore Sun, 14 Apr. 2024 See All Example Sentences for correlative
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Adjective
  • Admission to the inaugural event is complementary but tickets are required.
    — Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2026
  • Rosalía and Loli Bahia might not be interested in matchy-matchy couples dressing, but their latest outing proves that contrasting wardrobes can be just as complementary.
    — Anna Cafolla, Vogue, 27 Sep. 2026
Adjective
  • If this still feels confusing, consider watching my supplementary video.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026
  • Several supplementary online exhibitions let visitors browse some of the collection digitally.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 7 Sep. 2026
Adjective
  • The statement said both sides will continue to work together on the pledge to reduce reciprocal tariffs on roughly $30 billion worth of goods.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 26 Sep. 2026
  • Among the discussions is a reciprocal tariff reduction framework on products worth $30 billion or more.
    — Jennifer Pak, NPR, 23 Sep. 2026
Adjective
  • With their countries in a generational contest for economic and technological dominance, the two appear to be betting that a combination of personal rapport and mutual interest can prevent the competition from boiling over into open conflict.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 25 Sep. 2026
  • And the feeling is often mutual, as some residents barely care what’s being shot in their homes so long as an easy paycheck is on the table.
    — Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 25 Sep. 2026

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“Correlative.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/correlative. Accessed 2 Oct. 2026.

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