linked — Connected or joined together; having a relationship or association between elements.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Connected or joined together; having a relationship or association between elements.
Pronunciation (IPA): /lɪŋkt/
Example Sentences
- My phone is linked to my computer, so my photos appear everywhere!
- The detective linked the suspect to three different crime scenes.
- All the smart devices in my house are linked - even my toaster knows when I wake up!
linked
ADJECTIVE[/lɪŋkt/]
Connected or joined together; having a relationship or association between elements.
Connected or joined together; having a relationship or association between elements.
The bridge linked isolated villages that had been separated for generations.
One unexpected link forced the scientists to rethink everything they believed.
Got the picture? Now let's practice.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old Norse 'hlenkr' meaning 'chain' or 'ring of a chain' in the 14th century. The core idea of connecting things together like chain links has remained unchanged to today.
Breakdown
link (chain ring, connection) + -ed (past participle/adjective suffix meaning 'having been connected')
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My phone is linked to my computer, so my photos appear everywhere!”
“The detective linked the suspect to three different crime scenes.”
“All the smart devices in my house are linked - even my toaster knows when I wake up!”
“Economic growth is closely linked to education levels in the population.”
📚Related Words
Synonyms
Antonyms
Want to master 19,000+ words?
Sign up free for flashcards & quizzes.