Definitions

connect

[kuh-nekt] / kəˈnɛkt /

VERB

combine, link

Synonyms

STRONGEST

associate attach hook up join relate

STRONG

affix ally bridge cohere conjoin consociate correlate couple equate fasten marry span tag unite wed yoke

WEAK

come aboard get into hitch on hook on interface join up with meld with network with plug into slap on tack on tag on tie in tie in with

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disconnect disjoin dissociate disunite divide divorce separate sever

STRONG

detach disagree imbalance loosen unlink

Usage

What are other ways to say connect? The verb connect implies a joining as by a tie, link, or wire: One connects two batteries. Join may refer to a connection or association of any degree of closeness, but often implies direct contact: One joins two pieces of wood mortise together at the corner. Unite implies a close joining of two or more things, so as to form one: One unites layers of veneer sheets to form plywood.

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"The heart, kidney and metabolic systems are connected and, as such, should be treated in a coordinated way," Sanchez said.

From Science Daily

By connecting what people reported with what they actually bought, the study offers one of the clearest real-world views yet of how these medications influence everyday food purchasing.

From Science Daily

"To the power it has to connect us, to make us see some kind of shared humanity," he said.

From BBC

IVC, CVS and Vet Partners all have connected businesses and would have to be more transparent about their services in the future.

From BBC

Genes that are essential across many stages of development were more strongly connected to developmental delay.

From Science Daily

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