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harmonizing

|har-mo-niz-ing|

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/ˈhɑːrməˌnaɪzɪŋ/

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/ˈhɑːməˌnaɪzɪŋ/

(harmonize)

bring into harmony

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Etymology
Etymology Information

'harmonize' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'harmonia,' where 'harmonia' meant 'joint, agreement, concord.'

Historical Evolution

'harmonia' transformed into the Latin word 'harmonia,' and eventually became the modern English word 'harmonize' through Old French 'harmoniser.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to join or fit together,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to bring into agreement or concord.'

Meanings by Part of Speech

Verb 1

to bring into agreement or concord; to make harmonious.

The choir was harmonizing beautifully.

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Verb 2

to add harmony to a melody.

She was harmonizing with the lead singer.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45