Definition

Describing a relationship where two or more things are connected or correspond to each other in a complementary way.

Example

In English, 'either...or' and 'neither...nor' are examples of correlative conjunctions.

Conversation

I was reading about grammar rules, and I found out about correlative conjunctions.

Oh really? What are those?

They're words that work together, like 'either...or' and 'neither...nor'.

That makes sense! I guess they help create clear relationships in sentences.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Definition

A word or expression that is used together with another to show a relationship between them.

Example

In the sentence, 'Either you come with us, or you stay here,' 'either' and 'or' are correlative conjunctions.

Conversation

Hey, do you remember learning about correlative conjunctions in English class?

Yeah, I found it a bit confusing at first.

Same here! But I think they really help make sentences clearer.

Root Explanation

Correlative → It is formed from "cor-" (meaning together) and "relativus" (from Latin, meaning related). The word describes things that are related or correspond to each other in a mutual way.

Memory Tip

Think of things that are 'together' ('cor-') and 'related' ('relativus') — that's why correlative means they correspond to each other.

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