Meaning & Definition of word "Connected"

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    Connected

    /kəˈnɛktɪd/

    verb:

    • 1. the past tense of connect; to have joined or linked.
      • Example: He connected the computer to the internet.
    • 2. to have established a relationship or association.
      • Example: She connected with several influential people at the conference.

    adjective:

    • 1. joined or linked together.
      • Example: The two cities are connected by a high-speed train.
    • 2. having a relationship or association.
      • Example: She feels connected to her heritage and culture.
    • 3. having a continuous or coherent relationship.
      • Example: The stories in the novel are connected through a common theme.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'connectere' meaning 'to bind together'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    connectedness:

    The state of being connected to others.

    connect the dots:

    To understand the relationship between different ideas or events.

    well-connected:

    Having a lot of influential contacts.

    Related Words

    connect:

    To join or link things together.

    connection:

    A relationship in which a person or thing is linked or associated with something else.

    connector:

    A person or thing that connects.

    Slang Meanings of connected

    Meaning: In the know or well-informed.

    Example Sentence: She's really connected in the music scene.

    Meaning: Having influence or power through relationships.

    Example Sentence: He's got the right connections for this job.