Wired

/waɪrd/

Meaning & Definition

verb

Past tense of wire; to install electrical wiring or to connect electrically.

The electrician wired the entire house in just a few days.

adjective

Connected to a network or the Internet, especially in a manner that is direct or physical.

The office is fully wired to allow for high-speed internet access.

Nervous or overly excited, often as a result of consuming stimulants.

After two cups of coffee, she felt completely wired and couldn't sit still.

Referring to being equipped with electronic devices or technology.

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.

Highly stimulated or excited.

After the energy drink, he was totally wired.

Feeling anxious or restless.

She was wired all night before her big presentation.