Definition of Correlative
Correlative
Cor·rel·a·tive
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
Having a reciprocal or corresponding relationship.
e.g. The correlative conjunctions "both...and" connect two equal clauses.
(adjective)
(grammar) sharing some kind of relationship and regularly used or occurring together, especially used to describe words;
e.g. You often use correlative conjunctions to provide options in a sentence, such as when saying that it is "neither rainy nor cold".
(noun)
someone or something that is mutually related to some other person, thing, or concept;
e.g. A balanced diet is a correlative of an active lifestyle when it comes to staying physically healthy.
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