Definitions
- Referring to a statistical relationship between two variables that tend to move in the same direction. - Describing a connection or link between two things that are related or dependent on each other. - Talking about a cause-and-effect relationship between two factors that affect each other.
- Referring to a connection or relationship between two or more things, people, or groups. - Describing a group or organization formed for a specific purpose or shared interest. - Talking about a mental connection or link between ideas or concepts.
List of Similarities
- 1Both words describe a connection or relationship between two or more things.
- 2Both can be used in a statistical context.
- 3Both can be used to describe a mental connection or link between ideas or concepts.
What is the difference?
- 1Type of relationship: Correlation describes a statistical relationship between two variables, while association describes a broader connection or relationship between two or more things.
- 2Direction of relationship: Correlation implies that two variables tend to move in the same direction, while association does not necessarily imply a specific direction.
- 3Causation: Correlation does not necessarily imply causation, while association can imply a causal relationship.
- 4Usage: Correlation is more commonly used in a scientific or statistical context, while association is more versatile and can be used in various contexts.
- 5Formality: Correlation is typically associated with a more formal tone, while association is more neutral and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
Remember this!
Correlation and association both describe a connection or relationship between two or more things. However, correlation is more specific and refers to a statistical relationship between two variables that tend to move in the same direction. On the other hand, association is broader and can refer to any type of connection or relationship between two or more things.
