Interrelated: meaning, definitions and examples

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interrelated

[ ˌɪntərɪˈleɪtɪd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

connected

Having a close connection or relationship with something else.

Synonyms

associated, connected, linked, related.

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Word Description / Examples
interrelated

This word was listed twice; see the first entry for context and examples.

related

Best for when things belong to the same group or category. Often used in family contexts or to show a relation by type or topic.

  • Are you related to him? These concepts are closely related to each other
connected

Used when referring to things that are physically or logically joined together. Can be used in both abstract and literal contexts.

  • The two devices are connected via Bluetooth
  • These events are connected by a series of complicated circumstances
associated

Appropriate for describing things that are connected because they occur together or one causes the other. It often implies a looser or indirect connection compared to 'related'.

  • Certain behaviors are associated with specific personality traits
  • This symptom is often associated with a more serious condition
linked

Typically used when describing a chain or series of connections. It suggests a clear and often visible path of connection.

  • The evidence is linked to the prime suspect
  • These documents are linked through a common database

Examples of usage

  • The two issues are closely interrelated and must be considered together.
  • The interrelated nature of the global economy means that events in one country can have far-reaching effects on others.
Context #2 | Adjective

interconnected

Linked or connected in a complex way.

Synonyms

associated, interconnected, interlinked, related.

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interrelated

This word is used when emphasizing a mutual or reciprocal relationship between two or more things where each has an effect on the other.

  • 'Economic stability and social wellbeing are interrelated issues
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interconnected

This word emphasizes a more complex and interactive relationship where multiple elements or systems are linked together.

  • 'The global economy is interconnected, with impacts felt worldwide when one market fluctuates
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interlinked

Similar to interconnected but often suggests a deliberate or systematic linking of parts to form a unified whole.

  • 'The different departments in the company are interlinked, working together on larger projects
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related

This word is often used for a broader and more general connection between things, which may be of the same kind or category.

  • 'Dogs and wolves are related species
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associated

Use this word when referring to things that are connected in some way but not necessarily dependent on each other.

  • 'He had symptoms associated with the flu, like fever and cough
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Examples of usage

  • The interrelated systems of the human body work together to maintain health.
  • The different departments in the company are interrelated and depend on each other for success.

Translations

Translations of the word "interrelated" in other languages:

🇵🇹 inter-relacionado

🇮🇳 परस्पर संबंधित

🇩🇪 miteinander verbunden

🇮🇩 saling berhubungan

🇺🇦 взаємопов'язаний

🇵🇱 wzajemnie powiązane

🇯🇵 相互関連

🇫🇷 interrelié

🇪🇸 interrelacionado

🇹🇷 birbirine bağlı

🇰🇷 상호 관련

🇸🇦 مترابط

🇨🇿 vzájemně propojené

🇸🇰 vzájomne prepojené

🇨🇳 相互关联

🇸🇮 medsebojno povezano

🇮🇸 samhæft

🇰🇿 өзара байланысты

🇬🇪 ურთიერთდაკავშირებული

🇦🇿 qarşılıqlı əlaqəli

🇲🇽 interrelacionado

Etymology

The word 'interrelated' is derived from the combination of the prefix 'inter-' meaning between or among, and the word 'related'. It first appeared in the English language in the mid-19th century. The concept of interrelatedness has been a fundamental aspect of various fields such as sociology, economics, and systems theory, highlighting the interconnected nature of different elements.

See also: relatable, relating, relation, relations, relationship, relative, relatively, unrelated.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #11,938, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.