copulate
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈkɒpjʊleɪt/
KK: /ˈkɒpjʊleɪt/
adjective
Definition
Joined together or linked, often used to describe two things that are connected or paired.
Example
The copulate structures of the two organisms were studied by the scientists.
Comparatives & Superlatives
Comparative: more copulate
Superlative: most copulate
Conversation
Did you see that couple at the park?
Yeah, they looked really copulate together, didn’t they?
I know! It's nice to see people so happy with each other.
Totally, it makes you believe in love.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
joined
coupled
paired
Antonyms
separate
divided
disjoined
intransitive verb
Definition
To engage in sexual intercourse or mating.
Example
The animals copulate during the mating season.
Tense Forms
Past: copulated
Past Participle: copulated
Conversation
Have you ever wondered how animals copulate in the wild?
Yeah, it's interesting to see their mating rituals.
I read that some species have very elaborate ways to copulate.
Root Explanation
Copulate → It is formed from "co-" (meaning together) and "pāre" (from Latin, meaning to bring forth or produce). The word "copulate" means to bring forth together, referring to the act of mating or reproduction.
Memory Tip
Think of 'together' ('co-') and 'bringing forth' ('pāre') to remember that copulate refers to the act of mating or reproduction.
Visually Confused Words
scopulate
populate
cupulate
copelate
colate
scopulite
opulaster
crapulate