link
13 synonyms and 2 antonyms for link, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To join two or more things together, or to show a connection between them.
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 link
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Middle English linke, going back to Old English and Old Norse words for a ring or chain loop, from a Proto-Germanic root meaning "bendable."
Full origin of link →Frequently asked questions
What does “link” mean?
The word “link” means to join two or more things together, or to show a connection between them. In plain terms, to connect things, or a connection itself — from a ring in a chain to a clickable web address.
How do you pronounce “link”?
“Link” is pronounced LIHNGK (/ˈlɪŋk/ in IPA).
How do you use “link” in a sentence?
Here is “link” used in a sentence: “Researchers linked the disease to poor water quality.”
What is another word for “link”?
Words with a similar meaning to “link” include attach, join, put together, band, bond and nexus.
What is the opposite of “link”?
The opposite of “link” — its antonyms — are break and gap.
What part of speech is “link”?
Depending on how it is used, “link” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “link” come from?
The word “link” comes from Old English. From Middle English linke, going back to Old English and Old Norse words for a ring or chain loop, from a Proto-Germanic root meaning "bendable.".
Is “link” a common word?
“Link” is a very common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
What is the difference between link and connect?
Link and connect overlap heavily and are often interchangeable. Connect is the broader, more physical word — wires connect, roads connect towns. Link often stresses a chain-like or logical relationship, joining items into a series or showing how one thing relates to another, as when researchers link a cause to an effect.
What is an example of linking two things?
A chain links its rings by looping each one through the next. In writing, a footnote links a statement to its source. Online, a hyperlink connects one page to another with a single click. In each case, linking creates a join or a clear relationship between separate parts.
What is the opposite of link?
The opposite of link is to separate, disconnect, or detach — to break the join or connection between things. If linking shows that two events are related, then the opposite is to show they are unrelated, independent, or have nothing to do with each other.