connectivity

noun

con·​nec·​tiv·​i·​ty (ˌ)kä-ˌnek-ˈti-və-tē 

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

Examples of connectivity in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

This unique combination maintains all-to-all connectivity while minimizing the typical pitfalls of atom movement, including error accumulation, atom loss, and runtime delays. — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 25 Sep. 2026

The Guardian’s reporting links reduced screen time to a growing desire for more control over where attention goes, a corrective to years of near-constant connectivity. — Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Sep. 2026

Satellite connectivity is emerging as a key area of commercial interest for the UAE. — Melissa Hancock, Fortune, 23 Sep. 2026

Overengineered Connectivity One investment to be wary of is overengineered connectivity. — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 23 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1893, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for connectivity

• absorptivity
• affectivity
• collectivity
• conductivity
• corrosivity
• creativity
• diffusivity
• directivity
• effectivity
• emissivity
• exclusivity
• expressivity