Definition of relate

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  • relate is a valid Scrabble US word with a point value of 6
  • relate is a valid Scrabble UK word with a point value of 6
  • relate is a valid Words with friends word with a point value of 7

Definition of relate

  • make a logical or causal connection (verb)

    Examples

    1. I cannot relate these events at all

    Synonyms

    1. associate
    2. colligate
    3. connect
    4. link
    5. link up
    6. tie in
  • be relevant to (verb)

    Synonyms

    1. bear on
    2. come to
    3. concern
    4. have to do with
    5. pertain
    6. refer
    7. touch
    8. touch on
  • be in a relationship with (verb)

    Examples

    1. How are these two observations related?

    Synonyms

    1. interrelate
  • give an account of (verb)

    Examples

    1. The witness related the events
  • have or establish a relationship to (verb)

    Examples

    1. She relates well to her peers

See definition of relate in Merriam Webster