INTERRELATION Synonyms: 37 Similar and Opposite Words

interrelation

noun

Definition of interrelation

as in correlation

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Recent Examples of interrelation She is fascinated by the interrelation of sound and fragrance when co-diffused — or broadcast — through space. — Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 20 May 2026 In Fiduccia’s perceptive reading, binaries such as abstraction and likeness, form and formlessness, seriality and singularity, take on dialectical tension and interrelation. — Ara H. Merjian, ARTnews.com, 16 Apr. 2026 What is emerging is a picture of an artist of profound mathematical acuity, who mobilized geometric, sequential, and modular forms to test hypotheses on interrelation, regeneration, and evolution in pursuit of mystical revelation. — Katherine Rochester, Artforum, 1 Apr. 2026

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Noun

And, sure there’s a difference between causal and correlation.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 4 Oct. 2026
While correlation can never be confused with causation, major wealth creation events have historically been accompanied by significant increases in philanthropic activity.

— Joe Crome, Forbes.com, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of correlation

Noun

The Justice Department also says Beijing is determined to sway American public opinion in its favor by cultivating relationships with political figures seen as having access to the levers of power.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 6 Oct. 2026
The company has strengthened relationships with suppliers to support a larger and more resilient production network.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of relationship

Noun

Pilots from states without diplomatic relations with Israel, such as Oman, are in theory prohibited from landing in Israel.

— The Week UK, TheWeek, 10 Oct. 2026
Cheeks got his first formal assignment on the creative side — and showed his talent relations skills — when, as EVP Business Operations for NBC and Universal TV, he was put in charge of NBC Late Night in 2014.

— Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of relation

Noun

In the Americas, the linkage of religious purpose and the eager pursuit of glory and wealth began in 1492.

— Peter C. Mancall, The Conversation, 6 Oct. 2026
The most meaningful indicator of philanthropic potential is a direct relationship with the donor that is informed by their linkage, ability and interest.

— Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of linkage

Noun

The clash added another layer to a campaign in which el Sayed’s positions on foreign policy and his associations with prominent progressive figures have become points of contention.

— Barnini Chakraborty, The Washington Examiner, 9 Oct. 2026
The hospitality and hotel sector is one of Europe’s largest employers, with more than 10 million people working across 2 million businesses, according to data from Hotrec, the association of hotels, restaurants, bars, and cafés in Europe.

— Ted Kitterman, Fortune, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of association

Noun

The pump wagon’s relevance to Bowery culture will only be apparent in the exhibition’s final gallery, which is dominated by a comparable artifact, Brad Kalhammer’s installation Bowery Nation (1985–2012).

— J. Hoberman, ARTnews.com, 9 Oct. 2026
De La Faverie brought in a new team under the creative direction of Nicola Formichetti and the brand has quickly moved to reestablish relevance, tapping everyone from Chappell Roan to Kris Jenner as spokespeople.

— Jenny B. Fine, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026

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