Synonyms of networks

networks 1 of 2

noun

plural of network

1

as in nets

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

• nets
• nettings
• meshes
• screens
• webs
• screenings
• lattices
• laces
• webbings
• grilles
• tulles
• filigrees
• wireworks
• fishnets
• marquisettes
• bobbinets
• Brussels laces

2

as in systems

something made up of many interdependent or related parts

a telephone network

Synonyms & Similar Words

• systems
• complexes
• series
• conglomerates
• webs
• aggregates
• meshes
• plexuses
• meshworks
• wholes
• nets
• interlacements
• sequences
• totalities
• supersystems

3

as in communities

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

• communities
• circles
• cliques
• crowds
• bunches
• packs
• organizations
• gangs
• clans
• bodies
• coteries
• clubs
• folds
• covens
• rings
• tribes
• societies
• communes
• guilds
• sets
• lots
• colleges
• galères
• elites
• in-groups
• klatches
• factions
• coalitions
• fraternities
• leagues
• squads
• camps
• brotherhoods
• sides
• fellowships
• sects
• federations
• alliances
• unions
• blocs
• sororities
• closed shops
• charmed circles
• confederations
• sisterhoods
• councils
• messes
• congresses
• sodalities
• orders

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• individualists
• loners

networks

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of network

as in deals

Related Words

• deals
• interrelates
• socializes
• collaborates
• cooperates
• relates
• interacts
• mingles
• engages
• discusses
• consults
• confers
• communicates

Dissimilar Words

• isolates
• ignores
• separates
• withdraws
• disconnects
• shuns
• disengages

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of networks

Noun

The demonstrations will give regulators and transportation officials an opportunity to assess how electric aircraft could fit into existing airport operations and future regional transport networks. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 31 Oct. 2026

Aiming to be more affordable than other citywide leadership networks, some of which charge thousands of dollars, Doughty said the accepted women will pay an annual $975 membership fee. — Jane Miller, Chicago Tribune, 30 Oct. 2026

Florida has had a tortured relationship with this Biden-era money, originally intended to bolster states’ public charging networks for electric cars. — Alex Harris, Miami Herald, 30 Oct. 2026

The regime will extinguish dissent, bids for reform, and any networks that strive to operate or even seem to operate beyond the state’s control. — Jieun Baek, Foreign Affairs, 30 Oct. 2026

But the $17 billion deal could test whether the fashion sector can scale its on-demand delivery ecosystem without having to build out larger physical networks. — Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 30 Oct. 2026

The goal is lower operating costs and, just as important, developing more reliable networks and making customers happier. — John Iseghohi, Forbes.com, 30 Oct. 2026

This is why Friedman is calling for a framework that connects financial institutions with technology platforms, telecommunications providers, payment networks and law enforcement. — Sheryl Estrada, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2026

The database will be continuously updated and organized by country as new organizations, chapters, coalitions and connections emerge, providing a running picture of how local protest movements connect to broader national and transnational networks. — Asra Q. Nomani, FOXNews.com, 23 Oct. 2026