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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With the rapid development of AI technology, however, smart glasses are becoming slimmer, less noticeable, while integrating AI models that can operate independently with connectivity, raising concerns not only about exam integrity, but also about broader privacy risks. John Liu, CNN Money, 27 June 2026 About nine out of 10 physicians surveyed in athenahealth’s latest Physician Sentiment Survey said improving connectivity between EHRs would enhance both their own experience as well as patient outcomes. Forbes.com, 26 June 2026 Tony Pialis, Qualcomm’s EVP and GM for data center, said the company will bring the connectivity portfolio to market this year, followed next year by the new AI accelerator and custom silicon products, and then the new CPU in 2028. Rob Pegoraro, PC Magazine, 26 June 2026 The maker of components for the automotive industry on Thursday announced plans to buy edge AI and wireless connectivity solutions company Synaptics in an all-stock deal to capitalize on physical artificial intelligence. Samantha Subin, CNBC, 26 June 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 30 Jun. 2026.

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