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

Examples of connectivity in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web These advancements have enhanced connectivity, supported economic growth, and aimed to bridge the rural-urban divide. Jacob Turcotte, The Christian Science Monitor, 4 June 2024 Plus, the super-slim premium metal design with decent connectivity options ensures a premium feel. Shubham Yewale, PCMAG, 4 June 2024 In addition to the community amenities, residents here enjoy lightning-fast fiber internet connectivity for working, surfing, or streaming. Weichert Realtors® Welch & Company, Kansas City Star, 2 June 2024 That is especially true in Gaza, where foreign journalists are barred from entering unescorted by the Israel Defense Forces, connectivity is spotty at best, and more than 1.7 million people have been displaced from their homes. Ariel Shapiro, The Verge, 1 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for connectivity 

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Word History

First Known Use

1893, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
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 14 Jun. 2024.

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