Meaning & Definition of word "Wired"

Wired

/waɪrd/

1. Past tense of wire; to install electrical wiring or to connect electrically.
- Example: The electrician wired the entire house in just a few days.

1. Connected to a network or the Internet, especially in a manner that is direct or physical.
- Example: The office is fully wired to allow for high-speed internet access.
2. Nervous or overly excited, often as a result of consuming stimulants.
- Example: After two cups of coffee, she felt completely wired and couldn't sit still.
3. Referring to being equipped with electronic devices or technology.
- Example: The new car is wired with advanced navigation and entertainment systems.

Derived from the word 'wire', referring to being connected by electrical wires.

wired up:

In a state of excitement or intensity; highly energised.

get wired:

To become overly stimulated or nervous, often from caffeine.

wire:

A slender, flexible strand or rod of metal used to bear electric current or for fastening.

tension:

The state of being stretched tight; mental or emotional strain.

Meaning: Highly stimulated or excited.

Example Sentence: After the energy drink, he was totally wired.

Meaning: Feeling anxious or restless.

Example Sentence: She was wired all night before her big presentation.