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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As for technology advancements, the company will look towards the responsible use of artificial intelligence designed to support gains in productivity, efficiency and consumer acquisition and connectivity. Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 22 May 2026 The kingdom is investing in utilities and data connectivity there in a bid to attract AI firms to build data centers. Matthew Martin, semafor.com, 22 May 2026 The group that relied exclusively on their own brains showed the highest neural connectivity, especially in alpha, theta, and delta bands—associated with creativity ideation, memory load, and semantic processing. Aytekin Tank, Forbes.com, 22 May 2026 The space and connectivity businesses most people generally associate with the company account for less than $2 trillion combined. Eva Roytburg, Fortune, 20 May 2026 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 23 May. 2026.

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