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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By organizing complementary services, like car-sharing or ride-sharing, around public transit hubs and promoting active mobility options such as biking and walking, PTAs can enhance connectivity and reliability. Miroslav Katsarov, Forbes, 19 Feb. 2025 In a globalized world of porous borders and transnational connectivity, a metastasizing threat only remains localized for so long. Josh Hammer, Newsweek, 16 Feb. 2025 As companies increasingly rely on APIs to facilitate seamless integration and connectivity, ensuring strong security measures becomes paramount to safeguarding sensitive data and preserving the integrity of a digital infrastructure, Mercer said. Bob Violino, CNBC, 15 Feb. 2025 For industries that rely on real-time connectivity—whether in logistics, streaming services, or online marketplaces—network reliability is critical. Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 14 Feb. 2025 See all Example Sentences for connectivity 

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 22 Feb. 2025.

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