NETWORK Synonyms: 104 Similar and Opposite Words

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noun

ˈnet-ˌwərk

Definition of network

as in netting

a fabric made of strands loosely twisted, knotted, or woven together at regular intervals didn't like to embroider network as it tore so easily

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as in system

something made up of many interdependent or related parts a telephone network

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as in community

a group of people sharing a common interest and relating together socially being gradually introduced to the network of African-American business leaders in the city

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network

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verb

as in to deal

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Recent Examples of network

Noun

For now, the central test is whether autonomous electric railcars can move from supervised pilots to dependable commercial service across existing rail networks. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 11 Oct. 2026 Before opening Creola, Lagomarsini oversaw a string of pop-ups, including a recent dinner series inspired by the Club from Nowhere, the civil-rights activist Georgia Gilmore’s kitchen network, which fed and funded the Montgomery bus boycott. — Helen Rosner, New Yorker, 11 Oct. 2026

Verb

The city also ranks second among mid-sized cities for coworking density, providing young professionals with abundant opportunities to network, collaborate and work flexibly. — Bryan Robinson, Forbes.com, 20 June 2026 Five years ago, Google agreed to supply computing and networking resources to SpaceX to help deliver internet service through its Starlink satellites. — Lora Kolodny, CNBC, 5 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for network

Recent Examples of Synonyms for network

Noun

Anti-drone netting is draped over streets where children once roamed freely.

— Scott Peterson, Christian Science Monitor, 7 Oct. 2026
District Executive Director Dave Peterson said there will be some additional costs for the purchase of netting and poles.

— Mike Danahey, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of netting

Noun

Russia’s constant attacks on factories, energy supply systems and the railways means that steel supply to the Ukrainian armed forces is also being degraded.

— Kamal Ahmed, Fortune, 12 Oct. 2026
This can include large appliances like your washer and dryer, refrigerator, dishwasher and garbage disposal, or systems such as plumbing, heating, A/C and the electrical system.

— Becca Stanek, TheWeek, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of system

Noun

Firefighters, Red Cross personnel and security forces were being deployed to inspect damaged structures and assist affected communities.

— Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 9 Oct. 2026
That sense of community is also central to producer Chris Ferguson, whose Oddfellows banner has become a significant force in Vancouver’s independent film scene.

— Katherine Brodsky, Variety, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of community

Verb

But his reputation was dealt a grievous blow by the Epstein files, which showed that Botstein corresponded closely with the late financier for years, including after Epstein’s conviction for soliciting a minor for prostitution.

— Tessa Solomon, ARTnews.com, 8 Oct. 2026
He was dealt to the Knicks on draft night and shortly after signed his first two-way contract with that organization.

— Gary Bedore, Kansas City Star, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of deal

Noun

Brooke Woods hopes her son will one day set a salmon net with her.

— Annika Hammerschlag, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2026
In a separate Gallup survey, 26% of Americans cited a stronger safety net and more affordable essentials, including housing, healthcare and education, as benefits of socialism.

— Bilin Lin, Fortune, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of net

Verb

Being able to have the in-person connectivity with talking to your coworkers, being able to collaborate, is great and then also the larger programming of the company as a whole.

— Kaleigh Werner, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026
More recently, she’s kept busy producing songs for Adéla, collaborating with Sevdaliza, and featuring on songs created by ex-boyfriend Anyma.

— Jaeden Pinder, Rolling Stone, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of collaborate

Noun

That is in part thanks to the opacity of AI technology but also because this clique is much smaller.

— Seva Gunitsky, Foreign Affairs, 1 Oct. 2026
Not enough praise can be heaped upon the excellent cast (in addition to those mentioned above, there’s the terrific Nia Otchere-Sarfo and Jordan Rice rounding out the clique).

— Greg Evans, Deadline, 28 Sep. 2026

Definition of clique

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