linked
- 01 B1 Intermediate
v.to have a connection between two or more people, things, or ideas.
v.to establish a logical or causal connection between two or more entities.
Simple“The police believe the two crimes are linked to the same person.”
In context“Medical researchers have successfully linked the specific genetic mutation to an increased risk of developing the rare condition in early adulthood.”
UsageOften used in the passive voice with the preposition 'to'.
Synonyms - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
adj.physically or logically joined together.
adj.connected by or as if by links; functioning as a single unit through a shared connection.
Simple“The two buildings are linked by a glass walkway on the third floor.”
In context“The linked accounts allow the user to transfer funds instantly between their savings and checking balances without additional verification.”
Antonyms - 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
adj.describes computer files or data that are connected so they can share information.
adj.referring to data structures or software modules that contain references to one another for integrated processing.
Simple“The charts in the report are linked to the original data file.”
In context“Because the spreadsheets are linked, any price adjustment made in the master inventory file will automatically update the total costs in the project budget.”
UsageCommonly used when discussing spreadsheets or databases.
SynonymsAntonymsstandalone
Usage linked research · linked with a move · linked to better