Wired: meaning, definitions and examples

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wired

[ waษชษ™d ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

technology

Unable to relax or rest, typically as a result of overwork or stress.

Synonyms

anxious, stressed, tense.

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Word Description / Examples
wired

This word is often used to describe a state of high energy, excitement, or nervousness, often due to stimulation like caffeine. It has a neutral to slightly negative connotation.

  • She drank three cups of coffee and now she's completely wired
  • He's too wired to sit still after the big game
stressed

Use this word when someone is feeling overwhelmed or under pressure, typically due to a demanding situation. It has a negative connotation and is often related to work or personal responsibilities.

  • He is really stressed about the upcoming deadlines at work
  • She feels stressed trying to balance her job and taking care of her family
anxious

This word is best used when someone is feeling worried or uneasy about something that may happen. It usually has a negative connotation relating to nervousness or fear.

  • She felt anxious before her job interview
  • He was anxious about the results of his medical tests
tense

This word is appropriate when describing a sense of tightness or strain, either physically or emotionally. It has a negative connotation and can relate to an atmosphere, situation, or a person's condition.

  • The negotiations were very tense, with neither side willing to compromise
  • She felt tense during the entire exam

Examples of usage

  • I was too wired to sleep after the long flight.
  • She felt wired and anxious about the upcoming presentation.
Context #2 | Adjective

informal

Experiencing a state of excitement or euphoria.

Synonyms

euphoric, excited, thrilled.

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Word Description / Examples
wired

This word is typically used to describe someone full of energy, often because of caffeine or stress. It suggests a lot of nervous energy.

  • After three cups of coffee, he was completely wired and couldn't sit still.
  • She was so wired before the presentation that she couldn't concentrate.
excited

This is a general term for feeling enthusiastic and eager about something. It can be used in both casual and formal situations.

  • He's really excited about his new job.
  • I'm excited to see the new movie this weekend.
euphoric

This word is best used to describe a state of intense, almost overwhelming happiness or joy. It's a very strong positive emotion.

  • She felt euphoric when she got accepted into her dream university.
  • The team was euphoric after winning the championship.
thrilled

This word is used to express a high level of excitement and happiness, often about a specific event or outcome. It's stronger than 'excited'.

  • She was thrilled to hear that she won the lottery.
  • He is thrilled to be part of the team.

Examples of usage

  • After winning the championship, he was completely wired with adrenaline.
  • The party was so fun, everyone was wired the whole night.

Translations

Translations of the word "wired" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น com fio

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคคเคพเคฐ เคธเฅ‡ เคœเฅเคกเคผเคพ เคนเฅเค†

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช verkabelt

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ terkabel

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟั€ะพะฒั–ะดะฝะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ przewodowy

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๆœ‰็ทš

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cรขblรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cableado

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kablolu

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์œ ์„ ์˜

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณู„ูƒูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kabelovรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ kรกblovรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆœ‰็บฟ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ oลพiฤen

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ vรญraรฐur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ัั‹ะผะดั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ’แƒแƒ“แƒแƒ‘แƒ›แƒฃแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ simsiz

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cableado

Etymology

The word 'wired' originated in the early 17th century as a term in the context of horse racing, referring to the practice of training horses to run at full speed. Over time, it evolved to describe humans in a state of excitement or stress. In the modern context, 'wired' is commonly used to describe someone who is either overstimulated or overworked.

See also: wireless, wirelessly, wires, wiring.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #12,256, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.