Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

noun
/ˈsɪnəd/

An assembly of the clergy in a Christian church convened to decide on issues of doctrine or administration.

"The synod gathered to discuss reforms in the church."

noun
/ˈsɪnənɪm/

a word or phrase that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another word

"In this sentence, 'big' is a synonym of 'large'."

adjective
/sɪˈnɒnɪməs/

having the same or nearly the same meaning; closely associated with something

"For many people, her name is synonymous with generosity."

noun
/sɪˈnɒpsɪs/

a brief summary of the main points of a text, film, or research

"The publisher asked the author to submit a one-page synopsis of the novel."

adjective
/sɪˈnɒptɪk/

giving a general overview or summary; presenting a broad view

"The report offers a synoptic view of climate trends over the past century."

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noun
/ˈsɪntæks/

the rules for arranging words and phrases to create well-formed sentences in a language or code

"Clear syntax helps readers understand complex ideas quickly."

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noun
/ˈsɪnθəsɪs/

The combination of different ideas, elements, or substances into a coherent whole.

"The report is a synthesis of several research studies."

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verb
/ˈsɪnθəsaɪz/

To combine different elements to form a new whole.

"The scientist synthesized a new compound in the lab."

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verb
ˈsɪn.θə.saɪ.zɪŋ

Combine (a number of things) into a coherent whole.

"He excels in synthesizing ideas from different sources."

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adjective
/sɪnˈθetɪk/

Made by chemical synthesis, especially to imitate a natural product.

"The shoes are made from synthetic leather."

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system

noun
/ˈsɪstəm/

a set of connected parts forming a complex whole; an organized method

"The education system needs major reforms."

adjective
/ˌsɪstəˈmætɪk/

Done or acting according to a fixed plan or system; methodical.

"The company took a systematic approach to solving the issue."

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noun
ˌsɪstəˈmætɪk ˈseɪvɪŋz

A structured and organized approach to regularly saving money according to a planned schedule

"Systematic savings can mitigate financial crises in old age."

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noun
ˌsɪs.təˈmæt.ɪk ˈstræt.ə.dʒi

A methodical and organized plan or approach to achieve specific objectives.

"A systematic strategy was employed to achieve objectives."

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systems

noun
ˈsɪs.təmz

A set of connected things or parts forming a complex whole.

"Effective systems improve productivity."