A correlation coefficient is a statistical measure of the degree to which changes to the value of one variable predict change to the value of another. In positively correlated variables, the value increases or decreases in tandem. In negatively correlated variables, the value of one increases as the value of the other decreases.
alleviates; alleviated; alleviating. Learner's definition of ALLEVIATE. [+ object] : to reduce the pain or trouble of (something) : to make (something) less painful, difficult, or severe. The doctor tried to alleviate [=relieve] her symptoms/suffering. finding ways to alleviate stress. The new tunnel should alleviate [=lessen, reduce] traffic on the bridge.
uk â /kÉnËsÉÊl/ us â /kÉnËsoÊl/. âº to make someone who is sad or disappointed feel better by giving them comfort or sympathy: He tried to console her, but she kept saying it was all her own fault. I tried to console her with a box of chocolates.