dis·con·nect
ˌdis-kə-ˈnekt 
disconnected; disconnecting; disconnects
1
: to sever the connection of or between
2
: dissociate sense 1
are disconnected from meaningful relationships
1
: to terminate a connection
2
: to become detached or withdrawn
disconnects into dark moods
: a lack of or a break in connection, consistency, or agreement
a huge disconnect … between the nation's capital and the rest of the country—
R. J. Samuelson
R. J. SamuelsonExamples of disconnect in a Sentence
Verb
The hose and faucet had been disconnected.
Disconnect the old printer and connect the new one.
The alarm system had been disconnected.
Before starting, be sure to disconnect the power supply.
Our landlord threatened to disconnect our electricity.
We were talking on the phone but suddenly we got disconnected.
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Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 14 July 2025
For young people often disconnected from professional networks or mentors, Dream Reach Inspire aims to close that gap, one relationship at a time.
—Essence, 14 July 2025
Susan Lamotte, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
Political analysts say Trump's declining approval ratings are tied to a growing disconnect between his actions and voter priorities—particularly after his recent military intervention in Iran.
—Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 June 2025
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Verb
If time allows, disconnect utilities and appliances.
—Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 14 July 2025
For young people often disconnected from professional networks or mentors, Dream Reach Inspire aims to close that gap, one relationship at a time.
—Essence, 14 July 2025
Noun
Job Application Volume Hurts the Brand Candidates notice the disconnect when their resumes go into a black hole.
—Susan Lamotte, Forbes.com, 2 July 2025
Political analysts say Trump's declining approval ratings are tied to a growing disconnect between his actions and voter priorities—particularly after his recent military intervention in Iran.
—Martha McHardy, MSNBC Newsweek, 29 June 2025
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“Disconnect.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/disconnect. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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