connected
13 synonyms and 2 antonyms for connected, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Joined or linked, physically or electronically, to something else.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use connected
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From "connect" + the adjective-forming suffix "-ed."
Full origin of connected →Frequently asked questions
What does “connected” mean?
The word “connected” means joined or linked, physically or electronically, to something else. In plain terms, linked to something (a network, a person, or an influential group) — sometimes literal, sometimes about having useful contacts.
How do you pronounce “connected”?
“Connected” is pronounced kuh-NEHK-tihd (/kəˈnɛktɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “connected” in a sentence?
Here is “connected” used in a sentence: “Make sure your phone is connected to the Wi-Fi before you start.”
What is another word for “connected”?
Words with a similar meaning to “connected” include affiliated, allied, apposite, associated, comparative and important.
What is the opposite of “connected”?
The opposite of “connected” — its antonyms — are disconnected and unconnected.
What part of speech is “connected”?
“Connected” is an adjective.
Is “connected” a common word?
“Connected” is a fairly common word in modern English.
How many meanings does “connected” have?
“Connected” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: joined or linked, physically or electronically, to something else.
What is the difference between connected and disconnected?
Connected means joined or linked to something else, so information, power, or influence can pass between the two. Disconnected is its opposite: separated, cut off, or no longer linked. A phone connected to Wi-Fi can reach the internet; a disconnected one cannot. The pair applies to physical links, electronics, and relationships alike.
What does it mean to feel connected to someone?
Beyond physical or electronic links, connected often describes an emotional bond — a sense of closeness, understanding, and shared experience with another person. Feeling connected means you relate to someone easily and feel you belong together. This social meaning is figurative, drawing on the same idea of two things being linked.
What is an example of being connected?
Everyday examples abound: a laptop connected to a printer by cable, a phone connected to Wi-Fi, two towns connected by a highway, or carriages connected on a train. Figuratively, colleagues can be connected through a shared project, and people describe being connected to friends and family through love and regular contact.