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Synthesis Definition, Usage & Key Examples (2 meaning)
Meaning 1：process of combining into a new whole (synthesis)
synthesis
/ˈsɪnθəsɪs/
n.
The process of combining different ideas, things, or information to make something new and more complete.
process of combining into a new whole
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/ˈprəʊses əv kəmˈbaɪnɪŋ ˈɪntuː ə njuː həʊl/
n.
This refers to the act of merging different elements, ideas, or information to create something more comprehensive and innovative.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
From Greek 'syn' (together) and 'thesis' (placing), meaning 'putting together'.
💡 Mnemonic
Think SYNTHESIS as SYN (together) + THESIS (paper): putting ideas together into a new whole.
📖 Example
Her new song is a brilliant synthesis of classical piano melodies and modern electronic beats.
Her new song is a brilliant synthesis of classical piano melodies and modern electronic beats.
🔗 Collocations
creative synthesis – the blending of diverse elements to form something original
synthesis of ideas – the combination of different concepts into a unified theory
cultural synthesis – the merging of traditions from different societies
🔄 Synonyms
combination (n.) – the act of joining two or more things together
integration (n.) – the process of combining parts into a whole
fusion (n.) – the merging of distinct elements into a single entity
🚫 Antonyms
analysis (n.) – the process of breaking something down into its components
separation (n.) – the act of dividing or keeping things apart
🌱 Derivatives
synthesize (v.) – to combine parts to form a whole
synthetic (adj.) – made by combining chemical elements rather than being produced naturally
📖 Cultural Story
Derived from Greek, 'synthesis' was used in ancient philosophy by thinkers like Plato to describe the combination of ideas. In modern contexts, it is central to scientific fields such as chemistry and biology, referring to processes like protein synthesis.
Meaning 2：chemical production from simpler materials (synthesis)
synthesis
/ˈsɪnθəsɪs/
n.
The production of a complex chemical substance from simpler materials through a chemical reaction.
chemical production from simpler materials
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/ˈkɛmɪkəl prəˈdʌkʃən frɒm ˈsɪmplə məˈtɪərɪəlz/
n.
This denotes the creation of complex substances through chemical reactions starting from basic components.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
The synthesis of this new medicine in the lab was a major breakthrough for treating the disease.
The synthesis of this new medicine in the lab was a major breakthrough for treating the disease.
🔗 Collocations
protein synthesis – the biological process of creating proteins from amino acids
chemical synthesis – the laboratory production of compounds from reactants
synthesis of polymers – the manufacturing of large molecules from monomers
🔄 Synonyms
production (n.) – the act of making something from raw materials
formation (n.) – the process of something coming into existence
manufacture (n.) – the industrial making of goods or substances
🚫 Antonyms
decomposition (n.) – the process of decaying or breaking down into simpler substances
degradation (n.) – the gradual deterioration of a compound into simpler forms
🌱 Derivatives
synthesizer (n.) – a device that generates sound or signals electronically
biosynthesis (n.) – the formation of complex molecules in living organisms
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