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wired

Pronunciation: [waɪrd]

Word

Learn how to use wired in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “technology”

(adjective) when something is connected to a system using physical wires, like how a TV can be wired to a wall socket. It means the devices can communicate through these wires.

Example

The new speakers are wired to the stereo, so they produce great sound.

Example

Her laptop isn't wired to the printer, so she can't print her document.

Example

Are the headphones wired or do they connect wirelessly?

Context: “emotion”

(adjective) when a person feels very excited or anxious, almost like they have a lot of energy in their body. It can happen when someone is nervous or overwhelmed.

Example

He felt wired after drinking too much coffee before his big presentation.

Example

She didn't feel wired at all; instead, she was calm and relaxed.

Example

Why do you think you feel so wired right now?

Context: “installation”

(verb) to connect something using wires. For example, when someone sets up new technology at home, they might wire the devices to work together.

Example

The technician wired the new security system in under an hour.

Example

They haven't wired the new lights yet, so the room is still dark.

Example

Did you wire the new alarm system all by yourself?

How to pronounce wired

Pronunciation: [waɪrd]

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