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synthesis

synthesis

14 6.2
Combining different ideas to form one whole
  • noun
  • /ˈsɪnθəsɪs/
translation icon : síntesis
  • Now I've told you about some ideas which are relevant and I'm about to do a sort of synthesis of them to sum up.
  • analysis and synthesis
  • research synthesis
  • literature review and synthesis

So it's kind of like a a synthesis of the two.

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Examples

  • The model is both a synthesis of old ideas and a new creation.

    Academic text (2013)
  • Many research funders regard evidence synthesis as a mechanism for knowledge exchange.

    Academic text (2013)
  • So a healthy human being is a unit, is a synthesis of body and soul.

  • And we present the synthesis to the world.

  • Who has the perfect synthesis of career and lifestyle?

  • Your synthesis of Eastern and Western psychologies has had a major impact.

  • The synthesis of opposites, peace after war.

  • Finally, the study presented a synthesis for reform themes concerning the variable components of VTE programs.

    Academic text (2011)
  • The synthesis of old Mirando and new Mirando was impeccable.

  • The artist's latest work is a synthesis of various styles, blending classical and modern techniques.

Synonyms

combination
vssynthesis
553 2.3

A mixture of things or parts that form one thing

is more about intentional forming of a unified whole from separate parts
combination of
vssynthesis
356 1.8

The joining of two or more things

highlights forming a concept or whole from separate ideas or elements
mix
vssynthesis
276 1.0

A group of different things or people that are together

is often used more broadly and casually than the focused forming of a whole
composition
vssynthesis
99 4.1

The parts and amounts that make up something

focuses on joining elements into a unified whole rather than arrangement details
a mix of
vssynthesis
58 1.8

Different things put together form one thing

is the formal idea of bringing separate items into one unified whole
mixture
vssynthesis
58 1.2

An action that brings two or more things together

is a broader notion that includes conceptual bringing together not only physical blends
mixing
vssynthesis
51 1.8

Putting different things together so they become one

often refers to physical blending rather than conceptual unification of ideas
consolidation
vssynthesis
43 5.5

To join several groups or parts together to make one stronger unit

emphasizes unity without necessarily making the result stronger or more effective
fusion
vssynthesis
33 4.1

A joining of two different styles into one, for example music and food

does not always imply thorough blending of features or styles in the result
unification
vssynthesis
31 4.3

A process that brings separate people or groups together to form one unit

applies also to ideas and objects, not only groups or people
composite
vssynthesis
27 5.4

Something made of different parts joined into one

emphasizes the process of bringing elements together rather than the finished object
construction
vssynthesis
18 4.8

A way of explaining the meaning of words or texts

is the neutral act of creating a unified whole rather than an interpretation
compounding
vssynthesis
6 5.5

Putting two or more things together to make one new thing

focuses on forming unity rather than specifically creating altered properties
merging
vssynthesis
1 3.0

The act of joining two or more things into one

is a general forming of unity not limited to joining organizations or bodies
mental synthesis
vssynthesis
7.9

A way of joining different ideas and images in your mind into one clear picture

is broader and applies beyond thought to many types of elements
totalization
vssynthesis
  • US
8.4

Bringing parts together into one complete whole

does not require complete inclusion or reduction of differences for unity
combining
vssynthesis
2.4

Joining two or more things to make one

is about creating a unified whole often with purposeful arrangement or integration
commixture
vssynthesis
9.7

Putting different things together to make one thing

is the general concept covering many types of unification beyond mere blending

Antonyms

3.4

Careful study of something by breaking it into parts to understand

Something breaks into smaller pieces and falls apart

Breaking something into small pieces, often by force

Compounds

A way of joining different ideas and images in your mind into one clear picture

How Integrated

synthesis
14 6.2
integration
47 4.0
combination
553 2.3
collection
759 1.4

Surface Forms

synthesis singular
syntheses plural

Morphology

synthesis = thesis (semi-transparent) = syn + thesis

The literal morphemes 'syn-' (together) + 'thesis' (placing/proposition) map onto the idea of combining elements, but some learners may not generalize from 'thesis' to this combinatory sense without exposure.

Etymology

Synthesis comes from Greek parts syn- 'together' and thesis 'to put'. Think of it like putting puzzle pieces together: a synthesis joins separate ideas into one whole.