synthesizes
|syn-the-siz-es|
/ˈsɪnθəsaɪz/
(synthesize)
combine elements
Etymology
'synthesize' originates from Greek via New Latin, specifically the word 'synthesis' (Greek 'synthesis'), where 'syn-' meant 'together' and 'tithenai' meant 'to put/place'.
'synthesize' was formed in English in the early 17th century from New Latin/Medieval Latin formations based on Greek 'synthesis' and the verb-forming suffix '-ize', eventually becoming the modern English verb 'synthesize'.
Initially it meant 'to put together' (literally 'place together'), and over time the meaning expanded to include 'produce by chemical synthesis' and 'combine ideas or information into a coherent whole'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to produce a substance by chemical or biochemical synthesis; to make (a compound) artificially.
The laboratory synthesizes the compound for use in testing.
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Verb 2
to combine separate elements, ideas, or information into a coherent whole; to integrate.
She synthesizes data from several studies to draw a comprehensive conclusion.
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Last updated: 2025/08/18 21:05