correspond
UK: ˌkɒr.ɪˈspɒnd | US: ˌkɔːr.əˈspɑːnd
vi. 1. To communicate by exchanging letters or messages.
vi. 2. To be in agreement or harmony with something.
vi. 3. To be analogous or similar in function or character.
The word "correspond" originates from Latin correspondēre, combining cor- (intensifying "together") + respondēre ("to answer"). It originally meant "to answer mutually" or "to agree," reflecting the idea of reciprocal communication or alignment. Over time, it expanded to include written communication (letters) and abstract harmony (e.g., "facts correspond").
The two friends correspond regularly via email.
His actions do not correspond with his words.
The map symbols correspond to specific landmarks.
The witness's account corresponded closely to the evidence.
These numbers correspond to the items on the checklist.