correspond
Translation
to correspond, to match, to communicate by letter
Examples
The results correspond to our predictions.
The results correspond to our predictions.
We corresponded for years after she moved away.
We corresponded for years after she moved away.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) correspond ((to/with sth.)) to match or be similar to (sth.) The results correspond to our predictions.
correspond ((with sb.)) to communicate by writing letters We corresponded for years.
Similar Words
Synonyms: match, agree, communicate; Antonyms: differ, disagree
Etymology
From Latin 'cor-' (together) and 'respondere' (to answer). It means 'to answer together' or 'to be in agreement'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'co-respondent', someone you write back and forth with.