interrelation

noun

Definition of interrelationnext
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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for interrelation
  1. correlation
  2. relationship
  3. relation
  4. linkage
  5. association
  6. kinship
  7. relevance
Noun
  • Riley points to the rise of rock stars being awarded with knighthoods by the British royal family as a correlation of changing tastes of reputability.
    — Devon Ivie, Vulture, 19 Oct. 2026
  • Although the correlation between daily prices has been insignificant, cotton prices and Brent crude prices have followed a similar general pattern since the outbreak of hostilities around Iran.
    — SJ Guest Editorial, Footwear News, 16 Oct. 2026
Definition of correlation
Noun
  • The first of the 12 steps is admitting that your relationship with your vice has become unmanageable.
    — Allison Parshall, Scientific American, 20 Oct. 2026
  • Bae Hyeon-seong plays Sun-woo in his first lead role in a feature film, and the knotty relationship between mother and son sits at the heart of the film.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 19 Oct. 2026
Definition of relationship
Noun
  • Tariffs and American relations with Canada have been top of mind in parts of the district.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 24 Oct. 2026
  • By contrast, recent restrictions or delays suggest a greater emphasis on managing relations with Beijing and avoiding unnecessary escalation.
    — Ningrong Liu, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2026
Definition of relation
Noun
  • The linkage consists of the neck and two tie rods, which work together to control the head’s position relative to the bicycle.
    — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 14 Oct. 2026
  • Its latest five-year national economic blueprint elevated the linkage further, calling for pairing the build-out of computing infrastructure and green energy.
    — Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 13 Oct. 2026
Definition of linkage
Noun
  • The association remained after accounting for whether patients completed radiation on time, suggesting that on-time completion may not fully explain the difference.
    — Marci Lee Nilsen, The Conversation, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Mike Elliott, senior director of Banner Sports Medicine High Performance Center, told Banner Health that most of the available research is observational and shows association rather than direct cause.
    — Samantha Agate, Miami Herald, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of association
Noun
  • The Masts dispute the family's kinship and argue that reopening the adoption now would be a significant disruption for the girl, who is now 7 and has been living with their family for years.
    — Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 20 Oct. 2026
  • The film reflects on faith, kinship and the passage from life to death.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 18 Oct. 2026
Definition of kinship
Noun
  • For nearly six decades, the retailer has helped define American style through distinctive design, storytelling, cultural relevance and an understanding of how people express themselves.
    — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 22 Oct. 2026
  • Since retaking the pitch in 2018-19, Belenenses has clawed its way back to relevance, winning five consecutive promotions.
    — Justin Birnbaum, Sportico.com, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of relevance

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“Interrelation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/interrelation. Accessed 26 Oct. 2026.

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