Corresponding (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Similar especially in position or purpose; "a number of corresponding diagonal points".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Meaning 2
Accompanying; "all rights carry with them corresponding responsibilities".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The manager's authority to make decisions comes with corresponding obligations to ensure those decisions are fair and reasonable.
- Every privilege granted to the company's shareholders carries with it corresponding duties to act in the best interests of the business.
- The increased freedom to travel abroad is accompanied by corresponding responsibilities to respect the laws and customs of other countries.
- The rights of citizenship in a democratic society are matched by corresponding duties to participate in the electoral process and engage in civic activities.
- The company's expansion into new markets is supported by corresponding investments in employee training and development to ensure they have the necessary skills.
Meaning 3
Conforming in every respect; "boxes with corresponding dimensions"; "the like period of the preceding year".
Classification
All adjective clusters.