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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Beyond a seven-speaker audio system, technology includes Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration (both with wireless connectivity). James Raia, Mercury News, 10 Mar. 2026 Comcast Business Solutions additions to the four Connecticut communities is to include connectivity, networking, cybersecurity and secure networking, voice, mobility and more, according to the company. Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 10 Mar. 2026 To their credit, all of these PC laptops trounce the Neo on connectivity, if that’s critical for you. Joe Osborne, PC Magazine, 10 Mar. 2026 That approach relies on stable connectivity and external oversight. Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 9 Mar. 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 12 Mar. 2026.

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