Connection

Pronunciation: /kəˈnɛkʃən/

Definitions of connection

noun a relationship in which a person, thing, or idea is linked or associated with something else

Example Sentences

A1 I have a strong connection with my family.

A2 The wifi connection in this cafe is very slow.

B1 There is a clear connection between smoking and lung cancer.

B2 The connection between the two events was not immediately obvious.

C1 The connection between the two theories was explored in depth.

C2 The connection between art and emotion is a complex and fascinating topic.

Examples of connection in a Sentence

formal The researchers discovered a strong connection between diet and heart health.

informal I feel a real connection with my new coworker, we have a lot in common.

slang We have such a tight connection, we finish each other's sentences.

figurative The bridge serves as a physical connection between the two parts of the city.

Grammatical Forms of connection

• past tense: connected
• plural: connections
• comparative: more connected
• superlative: most connected
• present tense: connect
• future tense: will connect
• perfect tense: have connected
• continuous tense: is connecting
• singular: connection
• positive degree: connected
• infinitive: to connect
• gerund: connecting
• participle: connected

Origin and Evolution of connection

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'connection' originated from the Latin word 'connexio', which comes from the verb 'connettere' meaning 'to bind together'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'connection' has evolved to encompass not just physical links between things, but also relationships, associations, and interactions between people or ideas.