Correspondence
/ˌkɔːrəˈspɑːndəns/noun
The activity of writing and receiving letters.
He was in correspondence with several of his colleagues.
Often appears as...
- in correspondence
- direct correspondence
Definition 1 of 4
Pro Tip 1/3Historical Context
The term was more common when letter writing was a primary form of communication.
In the 19th century, correspondence was key to maintaining relationships over distances.
Pro Tip 2/3Decreasing Usage
Nowadays, 'correspondence' for letters is less common due to emails and instant messaging.
Despite the rise of email, some people appreciate the intimacy of traditional correspondence.
Pro Tip 3/3Professional Tone
'Correspondence' often implies formal or professional communication, not casual chats.
The lawyer maintained correspondence with his client throughout the case.
Compare with
communicateconnectioncontactcorresponddialogueexchangeinteraction
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