connectivity

noun

con·​nec·​tiv·​i·​ty (ˌ)kä-ˌnek-ˈti-və-tē How to pronounce connectivity (audio)
kə-
plural connectivities
: the quality, state, or capability of being connective or connected
connectivity of a surface
especially : the ability to connect to or communicate with another computer or computer system

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Meanwhile, the multi-gig Ethernet ports and USB connectivity are nice touches for hardwiring devices. Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 25 Mar. 2025 The over-ear headphones now come with USB-C connectivity and most colors are now decently down in price. David Phelan, Forbes, 25 Mar. 2025 Healthy Eating and Slimmer Waists Tied to Better Brain Health Jensen and her team found that higher diet quality in midlife and into older age was associated with better structural and functional connectivity of the hippocampus and better white matter integrity. Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 24 Mar. 2025 This powerful combination ensures that every detail is captured with amazing precision, delivering unrivaled clarity in any driving situation. 4G Connectivity for Remote Access Equipped with 4G connectivity, the Z60 Pro allows continuous remote access to its camera system. New Atlas, 20 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for connectivity

Word History

First Known Use

1893, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of connectivity was in 1893

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“Connectivity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/connectivity. Accessed 2 Apr. 2025.

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