synthesize
/'sinθisaiz/ Cách viết khác : (synthesise) /'sinθisaiz/ (synthetise) /'sinθitaiz/ (syntheti
Definition
Verb (transitive):
- To combine separate elements, ideas, or components to form a new, coherent, or more complex whole. This process often involves creating something that was not present in the individual parts.
- To produce (a substance, such as a chemical compound) by combining simpler substances through a chemical or biological process.
Verb (intransitive):
- To undergo or be capable of undergoing the process of synthesis.
Examples of Usage
- Verb (transitive):
- A good essay does not just list facts; it synthesizes information from various sources to present a new argument.
- Scientists have learned to synthesize this rare protein in the laboratory.
- The architect's design synthesizes traditional forms with modern materials.
- Verb (intransitive):
- This chemical reaction causes the two substances to synthesize into a polymer.
- Vitamin D synthesizes in the skin upon exposure to sunlight.
Advanced Usage
- Synthesize from: To create a complex whole using specific components as a starting point.
- The researcher synthesized the new compound from common organic materials.
- Synthesize into: To combine elements so that they become part of a new, unified entity.
- The author skillfully synthesized historical data, personal anecdotes, and economic theory into a compelling narrative.
Variants and Related Words
- Synthesis (noun): The process or result of synthesizing.
- The synthesis of art and technology was the exhibition's theme.
- Synthetic (adjective): 1. Produced by synthesis, especially not of natural origin. 2. Not genuine or sincere.
- The jacket was made from a synthetic fabric.
- Her enthusiasm seemed synthetic.
Synonyms
- Combine: To bring parts together into a single group or mixture.
- Integrate: To combine one thing with another to form a whole.
- Amalgamate: To unite or merge to form a single entity (often used for organizations).
- Fuse: To join or blend to form a single entity, often inseparably.
Antonyms
- Analyze: To examine methodically by separating into parts.
- Decompose: To break down into constituent parts or elements.
- Separate: To cause to move or be apart.
- Dissect: To analyze in minute detail.
Related Phrases and Concepts
- Synthesizer (noun): An electronic musical instrument that generates and combines signals to produce sound.
- He created the entire soundtrack using a synthesizer.
- Photosynthesis (noun): The process by which green plants synthesize foods using sunlight (a specific, biological type of synthesis).
- During photosynthesis, plants synthesize glucose and oxygen from carbon dioxide and water.
Verb
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combine and form a synthesis
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Vitamin D only synthesizes when sunlight is available
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combine so as to form a more complex, product
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his operas synthesize music and drama in perfect harmony
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The liver synthesizes vitamins
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