Definition

To be in agreement or similarity with something, or to communicate through letters over time.

Example

The two reports correspond in their findings about climate change.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Have you heard from Sarah lately?

Yeah, we still correspond every month.

That's great! I wish I could keep in touch like that.

You should! It's nice to have someone to share updates with.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Correspond → It is formed from "cor-" (meaning together) and "respondere" (meaning to answer). The word describes the act of answering or communicating in a way that is aligned or in agreement with something else.

Memory Tip

Think of answering ('respondere') in a way that is 'together' ('cor-') with someone or something — that's why correspond means to communicate in agreement.

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