connectivity
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the state or quality of being connected or connective.
the benefits of global connectivity.
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Digital Technology. the ability to link to and communicate with other computer systems, electronic devices, software, or the internet.
This laptop has limited connectivity.
noun
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the state of being or being able to be connected
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computing the state of being connected to the internet
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computing the capacity of a machine or appliance to be connected to other machines, appliances, or facilities
Etymology
Origin of connectivity
First recorded in 1890–1900; connectiv(e) ( def. ) + -ity ( def. )
Vocabulary lists containing connectivity
Human Geography - Middle School
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Example Sentences
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“That’s where people start to have connectivity to these characters as humans, when they see them in ways they can identify with beyond the screen.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2026
The researchers said intensive meditation appeared capable of producing some of the same types of neural connectivity associated with psychedelic experiences, despite participants not taking psychedelic drugs.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 9, 2026
"Every data centre needs switchgear, transformers, cables, cooling systems and grid connectivity, and Indian manufacturers are already in that supply chain."
From Barron's ● Jul. 31, 2026
Low-band spectrum travels far and goes through walls easily, but offers slower connectivity.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 25, 2026
Because of poor connectivity on the island, it was impossible to access email—he’d pay for this later in catching up on correspondence—so he actually had free time.
From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French
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