What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
equivalently
Example
In this equation, x and y are equivalently interchangeable. [equivalently: adverb]
Example
The words 'happy' and 'joyful' can be used equivalently in this context. [equivalently: adverb]
correspondingly
Example
As the temperature drops, the demand for hot chocolate correspondingly increases. [correspondingly: adverb]
Example
If you increase your exercise, your appetite will correspondingly increase. [correspondingly: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Correspondingly is more commonly used than equivalently in everyday language.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between equivalently and correspondingly?
Equivalently is more formal than correspondingly and is often used in technical or mathematical contexts.
