Definition

Not having a relationship or connection with something else; independent.

Example

The two variables in the study were found to be uncorrelated, meaning changes in one did not affect the other.

Conversation

I was reading about some investment strategies yesterday.

Oh really? What did you find interesting?

They mentioned how some assets can be uncorrelated with each other.

That sounds useful! It must help to reduce risk in a portfolio.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Uncorrelated → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "correlate" (from Latin "correlatio", meaning to relate or to bring together). The word "uncorrelated" means not related or not having a mutual relationship.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') having a 'relationship' ('correlate') — that's why uncorrelated means there is no relationship.

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