ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Synthesize

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Pronunciation /ˈsɪnθəsaɪz/ · Part of speech verb

Quick meaning: Synthesize is a verb meaning (transitive) To combine two or more things to produce a new product.

Meaning

(transitive) To combine two or more things to produce a new product.

More Meanings

  1. (intransitive, of two or more things) To be combined producing a new, more complex product.
  2. (transitive, chemistry) To produce a substance by chemical synthesis.
  3. (intransitive, chemistry, of a substance) To be produced by chemical synthesis.

Example Sentences

synthesize data
synthesize information
The lab was able to synthesize a new compound.
Her theory synthesizes ideas from several different disciplines.

Word Forms

Synonyms for synthesize

Depending on context, synonyms include synthesise.

Antonyms for synthesize

Common opposites include analyze, dissect, analyse, break down.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include synthesise, synthesis, combine, consolidate, integrated, compile.

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