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syn·the·sis
 synthesis
- pronunciation:
- sIn
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sihs
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noun |
| inflections: |
syntheses |
| definition 1: |
the combining of discrete elements into a unified compound or entity, or the unified whole formed by such a combining. (Cf. analysis.)
Her newest work of art is a synthesis of all her techniques.- antonyms:
- analysis
- similar words:
- combination, unity
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| definition 2: |
in chemistry, the formation of a chemical compound from simpler compounds or elements.
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| definition 3: |
a process of reasoning by deduction from given propositions and principles.
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| related words: |
blend, composite, composition, compound, marriage, mix, mixture, union |
| derivation: |
synthesist (n.) |
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