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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• individualist
• loner

network

2 of 2

verb

as in to deal

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

Examples of network in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Keeping a network running through them is not merely a matter of running cord. —Kevin Purdy, Ars Technica, 6 Sep. 2024

The two Canadian rail operators’ networks connect with several key U.S. rail and shipping hubs such as Chicago, New Orleans, Minneapolis and Memphis. —Reuters, CNN, 19 Aug. 2024

Verb

Echevarria networked with the heavy hitters and up-and-comers who would define the menswear scene in the years after. —Dave Schilling, Los Angeles Times, 16 Aug. 2024

Additionally, networking volunteers and staff look for foster homes and raise money to help entice a private rescue to take a dog that is at risk. —Siobhan Gallagher, Sun Sentinel, 30 July 2024