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Nexus

Verb / ˈneksʌs / Another word for nexus — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a connection or link between things, especially a series of clues that help solve a mystery

Synonyms & similar words

link connection link tie relationship bond bridge juncture interface pivot intersection core center focus hub nucleus heart crux key solution

Synonyms by register

Formal

confluence hub center focal point junction

Informal

link connection meeting point hangout

Literary

axis heart core

Antonyms

periphery outskirts edge margin extremity fringe

Common collocations

  • a nexus of
  • the nexus between
  • the nexus of power
  • a nexus point
  • the nexus of the problem
  • a nexus of relationships
  • the nexus of trade

Word family

noun nexus

Usage note

Nexus primarily refers to a central point or connection, often used in academic or technical contexts. Avoid using it for simple connections or casual meeting places.

Example sentences

  1. The nexus between the two events helped us understand what happened.
  2. The nexus of the problem lies in the lack of communication.
  3. The detective found a nexus between the suspect and the victim.
  4. The company's success was due to the nexus between innovation and customer satisfaction.
  5. The nexus between art and science has always fascinated me.

Quotes

  • Technology is the great equalizer, the force that will free us from the shackles of business as usual. The nexus of forces, social, mobile, cloud and information, is the platform for digital business.
  • The nexus of space and time where you are now is the most immediate sector of your universe.
  • The nexus of all this is that you should never ever give up.

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