uncorrelated
Meaning
not connected or related in any way; showing no statistical correlation or mutual relationship.
Structure
Usage
the study found that the two economic indicators were completely uncorrelated.
in a well-diversified portfolio, the assets should be largely uncorrelated to mitigate risk.
his success in one field was uncorrelated with his performance in another.
Etymology
The word 'uncorrelated' is a Modern English formation built upon the established verb 'correlate'. The core of 'correlate' comes from Latin com- (together) and relatus (carried back), implying a reciprocal connection where one thing is brought back or referred to another. The prefix 'un-', a prolific English negator from Old English, is attached to reverse this meaning, indicating the absence of such a mutual connection. The adjectival suffix '-ed' is then added, finalizing the term to describe a state where two or more variables or entities show no statistical or logical relationship to each other.
Analysis
- un: a prefix of germanic origin (old english) meaning "not," used to form negatives. - correlate: a verb from modern latin correlatus, from com- (together) + relatus (past participle of referre, to bring back, refer). - ed: a suffix of germanic origin (old english) used to form adjectives from verbs or nouns, indicating a state or condition.