Meaning & Definition of word "Connected"

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.