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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
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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.

Example Sentences

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“SOFI is in a unique position to connect infrastructure across traditional finance and digital assets as one of the first movers into the space among federally regulated banks,” Switzer wrote.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

In theory, transportation systems could connect buildings—and even clusters of buildings—moving people sideways and up-and-down through large complexes, campuses or dense urban districts.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

Globalstar primarily uses its satellites to connect phones and other devices in areas where coverage is minimal.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 2, 2026

The best thing I can do is seize the platform and connect with other creatives who want to go ahead and take a chance and make investments in stories.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

He’d hang a copper wire out the window facing the courthouse, connect the homemade antenna to his shortwave radio, and exchange coded messages with Moscow.

From "Fallout: Spies, Superbombs, and the Ultimate Cold War Showdown" by Steve Sheinkin

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.