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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Access will still depend on connectivity, language support, payment systems and local infrastructure, so lower token prices alone cannot close the global digital divide. — Gerui Wang, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026 Company using all launch vehicles available… The company’s network is a direct competitor to SpaceX’s plans to use its Starlink satellite network to deliver direct-to-cell connectivity. — Eric Berger, ArsTechnica, 31 July 2026 The town says the $352,000 boardwalk is being paid for with a Land and Water Conservation Fund grant, and existing funds for off-road connectivity. — Neal Riley, CBS News, 30 July 2026 For applications where internet connectivity is unavailable, Google introduced Gemini Robotics On-Device 2. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 30 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for connectivity

Word History

First Known Use

1893, in the meaning defined above

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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 6 Aug. 2026.

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