reconnect
- 01 B1 Intermediate
to join two things together again, especially a piece of equipment or a service like the internet.
to restore a physical or electronic connection between two components or a service provider and a client.
Simple“I had to reconnect the router to the wall after the power cut.”
In context“The technician managed to reconnect the server to the main network after identifying the faulty cable in the basement.”
UsageCan be used transitively with an object or intransitively when a device connects automatically.
Antonyms - 02 B2 Upper Intermediate
to meet or speak with someone again after a long time apart.
to re-establish a social or emotional relationship with a person or group after a period of estrangement or lack of contact.
Simple“Social media helped her reconnect with her old friends from primary school.”
In context“After working abroad for a decade, he returned to his hometown to reconnect with his extended family and childhood community.”
UsageTypically takes the preposition 'with' when referring to the person being contacted.
Antonymsdrift apartestrange