SYNTHESIZE Synonyms: 58 Similar and Opposite Words

synthesize

verb

Definition of synthesize

as in to integrate

to make by combining different things They synthesized various suggestions from employees to create an agreeable solution.

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Recent Examples of synthesize But Socolow came off as masterful at synthesizing energy challenges and environmental concerns, and Pacala brought deep knowledge of how carbon moves between Earth’s atmosphere, land and oceans. — Maddie Stone, ProPublica, 25 June 2026 Brad Glynn, the chairman of the downtown parking commission, said the commission appreciated hearing from all the speakers and that their feedback would be synthesized and distilled into core concerns that will be addressed at future commission meetings. — Mary Divine, Twin Cities, 19 June 2026 For example, if a leader is about to meet with a direct report, their AI could synthesize and surface that employee’s development goals or SMART goals and recent feedback prior to coaching conversations. — Kevin Kruse, Forbes.com, 29 June 2026 After machine learning identified promising candidates, researchers verified them through theoretical calculations before synthesizing and experimentally confirming the materials. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 30 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for synthesize

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The roof design allows solar panels to be integrated into the building, while green roofscapes introduce vegetation that supports biodiversity and helps manage heat and rainwater.

— Bridget Borgobello July 04, New Atlas, 4 July 2026
The technology is also being integrated into aviation safety-management practices.

— Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 4 July 2026

Definition of integrate

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Wall Street was mixed in light trading early Thursday as chip stocks fell further and oil prices dipped near their levels before the Iran war began.

— ABC News, ABC News, 2 July 2026
As the amiable leader of Shinyribs, Russell and his colleagues mix rock, country, Texas blues, New Orleans funk, Memphis soul and more into an enjoyable, good-timey, bar-band blend.

— George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 2 July 2026

Definition of mix

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Each method can be adapted to fit different living situations, energy levels and comfort zones.

— Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 7 July 2026
The action movie directed by Francis Lawrence and adapted from Suzanne Collins’ 2025 novel sees Zada step into the role that was previously played by Woody Harrelson.

— Raven Brunner, PEOPLE, 7 July 2026

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