Intertwined vs. Interconnected — What's the Difference?
Difference Between Intertwined and Interconnected
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Definitions
Intertwined➦
To join or become joined by twining together.
Interconnected➦
To be connected with each other
The two buildings interconnect.
Intertwined➦
(literal) Twined or twisted together; entwined.
Intertwined threads of cotton
The lovers' limbs were intertwined.
Interconnected➦
To connect reciprocally
Tried to interconnect the two theories.
Intertwined➦
(figurative) Inextricably related or relevant.
The problems of criminality and of corruption of law enforcement are intertwined.
Interconnected➦
Intertwined; connected at multiple points or levels
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Intertwined➦
Simple past tense and past participle of intertwine
Interconnected➦
Simple past tense and past participle of interconnect
Intertwined➦
Twined or twisted together
Interconnected➦
Having internal connections between parts.
Interconnected➦
Operating as a unit.
Interconnected➦
Reciprocally connected
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Interconnected➦
Operating as a unit;
A unified utility system
A coordinated program
