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

While there won’t be much elbow room inside, there will be music as a connectivity point between the space there and the patio seating near the Bland Street light rail stop. — Heidi Finley, Charlotte Observer, 28 Aug. 2026

Replace ambulances and add telehealth communications, connectivity and patient-monitoring equipment, data sharing, training, and a Patient Navigation Hub. — Arkansas Democrat-Gazette, Arkansas Online, 27 Aug. 2026

The printer also has several features, including self-reset, which automatically detects and resolves connectivity issues, as well as robust security to protect the printer from attacks. — George Yang, PC Magazine, 27 Aug. 2026

Smartphone connectivity is also an important feature to test when first entering a vehicle, since many drivers use this feature on a daily basis. — Charles Singh, USA Today, 27 Aug. 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