Synonyms of network

network 1 of 2

noun

ˈnet-ˌwərk 

1

as in netting

a fabric made of strands loosely twisted, knotted, or woven together at regular intervals

didn't like to embroider network as it tore so easily

Synonyms & Similar Words

• netting
• net
• web
• mesh
• screening
• screen
• webbing
• lace
• lattice
• grille
• tulle
• filigree
• wirework
• fishnet
• bobbinet
• Brussels lace
• marquisette

2

as in system

something made up of many interdependent or related parts

a telephone network

Synonyms & Similar Words

• system
• complex
• series
• web
• whole
• conglomerate
• aggregate
• plexus
• mesh
• meshwork
• totality
• net
• interlacement
• sequence
• supersystem

3

as in community

a group of people sharing a common interest and relating together socially

being gradually introduced to the network of African-American business leaders in the city

Synonyms & Similar Words

• community
• circle
• clique
• crowd
• bunch
• pack
• organization
• gang
• clan
• body
• club
• coterie
• fold
• ring
• coven
• set
• lot
• tribe
• commune
• guild
• society
• fraternity
• league
• college
• elite
• galère
• klatch
• faction
• in-group
• coalition
• squad
• camp
• side
• closed shop
• brotherhood
• federation
• charmed circle
• union
• sect
• sorority
• alliance
• bloc
• sisterhood
• fellowship
• confederation
• mess
• council
• order
• congress
• sodality

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• individualist
• loner

network

2 of 2

verb

as in to deal

Related Words

• deal
• collaborate
• socialize
• cooperate
• interrelate
• interact
• relate
• engage
• mingle
• discuss
• communicate
• consult
• confer

Dissimilar Words

• separate
• ignore
• isolate
• withdraw
• disconnect
• shun
• disengage

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of network

Noun

If no deal is made, people with the aforementioned health insurance plans through United will no longer be able to get in-network care with UHealth doctors and other providers across UHealth’s South Florida facilities. — Michelle Marchante july 22, Miami Herald, 22 July 2026

Emery believed Rashford at his best was one of the most threatening attackers in the world and backed himself and his support network to rejuvenate the player. — Chris Weatherspoon, New York Times, 22 July 2026

Verb

Miller said his biggest takeaway from the SEED program was to network as much as possible so people know about your business. — Alexandra Kukulka, Chicago Tribune, 1 June 2026

The other signees include the NTCA –The Rural Broadband Association and ACA Connects, which represents various networking providers. — Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 1 June 2026