correspondence
UK: ˌkɒr.ɪˈspɒn.dəns | US: ˌkɔːr.əˈspɑːn.dəns
n. communication by exchanging letters or emails
n. a close similarity or connection between two things
n. the quality of agreeing or matching
The word "correspondence" originates from the Latin correspondere, combining cor- (a variant of com-, meaning "together") and respondere ("to answer"). The morpheme respond retains its core meaning of "answering," while cor- emphasizes mutual or reciprocal action. Over time, the term evolved to describe not only written exchanges but also abstract relationships or agreements between ideas, objects, or systems. The suffix -ence nominalizes the verb, turning the action into a concept.
Their correspondence continued for decades, filled with lively debates.
There is a clear correspondence between diet and health outcomes.
The teacher noted the correspondence between the student’s notes and the textbook.
Email has largely replaced traditional postal correspondence.
The correspondence of colors in the painting creates harmony.