connect vs interact

connect and interact both are verbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
connect	No	No	Yes	No
interact	No	No	Yes	No

As verbs, interact is a hypernym of connect; that is, interact is a word with a broader meaning than connect:

connect (verb)	interact (verb)
make a logical or causal connection	act together or towards others or with others
join for the purpose of communication
join by means of communication equipment
connect, fasten, or put together two or more pieces
land on or hit solidly
plug into an outlet
hit or play a ball successfully
establish communication with someone
establish a rapport or relationship
be or become joined or united or linked
be scheduled so as to provide continuing service, as in transportation