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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Saved data connected to earlier addresses, including photos, messages and emails, will not be affected.

From Los Angeles Times

The Danish international connected sweetly with a looping ball on his left foot for the only goal to compound Newcastle's miserable away form despite the visitors dominating the second half.

From Barron's

Over time, the brain learns to connect these cues with what usually happens next.

From Science Daily

“At the luncheon, really connect with all the guests and make them feel appreciated for having come so far,” Post says.

From MarketWatch

People in Lytle Creek, another mountainous community in the San Gabriel Mountains, were trapped after a bridge connecting parts of the town was covered with water and possibly destroyed.

From Los Angeles Times

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