wired
UK: ˈwaɪəd | US: ˈwaɪərd
adj. connected with wires; equipped with electronic circuitry
adj. (slang) extremely excited or nervous, often due to stimulants
adj. (archaic) reinforced or bound with wire
The word "wired" originates from the noun "wire" (Old English wīr, meaning "metal thread"), combined with the suffix "-ed" to form an adjective. Initially, it described objects physically bound or reinforced with wire (e.g., "wired fence"). In the 20th century, it evolved to describe electrical connectivity ("wired telephone") and later entered slang to depict hyper-alertness, metaphorically likening nervous energy to live electrical currents.
The studio was wired for surround sound.
He felt wired after drinking too much coffee.
The antique cage was wired shut to prevent damage.
Modern cars are heavily wired with sensors.
She was too wired to sleep before the exam.