Synonyms for

Circuits

Verb / ˈsɜ:kʌts / Another word for circuits — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A path or route that goes around something.

Synonyms & similar words

lap tour circle racingcircuit electriccircuit electricalcircuit circumference circuit path route track course circuitry system network loop circle ring cycle lap journey itinerary trajectory orbit perimeter periphery boundary border

Synonyms by register

Formal

systems networks pathways configurations

Informal

loops routes setups

Literary

arteries veins conduits

Antonyms

openness disconnection disruption break discontinuity gap

Common collocations

  • electrical circuits
  • closed circuits
  • open circuits
  • circuit board
  • circuit breaker
  • short circuit
  • circuit diagram
  • integrated circuit

Word family

noun circuit
verb circulate
adjective circuitous
adverb circuitously

Usage note

Often refers to electrical paths but can also describe a route or a sequence of events. Be mindful of context to avoid ambiguity.

Example sentences

  1. The runner completed the circuit in record time.
  2. The electricity flowed through the circuit.
  3. The airplane followed the circuit around the airport.
  4. The cyclist raced around the circuit.
  5. The computer's circuit board was damaged.

Quotes

  • Life is like a circuit. You go through ups and downs, but you always end up where you started.
  • The circuit of life can be long and winding, but it's important to enjoy the journey.
  • Success is not a destination, it's a circuit. You have to keep moving forward to stay ahead.

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