What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
disconnected
Example
The phone line was disconnected, so I couldn't make any calls. [disconnected: adjective]
Example
I felt disconnected from my friends after moving to a new city. [disconnected: verb]
unplugged
Example
I unplugged the TV to save energy. [unplugged: verb]
Example
I like to spend my weekends unplugged, away from my phone and computer. [unplugged: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Disconnected is more commonly used in formal or professional contexts, while unplugged is more commonly used in casual or personal contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between disconnected and unplugged?
Disconnected is more formal than unplugged, which is more casual and informal in tone.
