synectics

[ si-nek-tiks ]

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noun

, (used with a singular verb)

the study of creative processes, especially as applied to the solution of problems by a group of diverse individuals.

synectics

/ sɪˈnɛktɪks /

noun

functioning as singular a method of identifying and solving problems that depends on creative thinking, the use of analogy, and informal conversation among a small group of individuals with diverse experience and expertise

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syn·ectic adjective
syn·ecti·cal·ly adverb

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Word History and Origins

Origin of synectics¹

1960–65; synect ( ic ) continuous, (of a cause) direct (< Late Latin synecticus coherent < Greek synektikós, equivalent to synéch ( ein ) ( synechia ) + -tikos -tic ) + -ics

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Word History and Origins

Origin of synectics¹

C20: from syn- + ecto- + -ics , in the sense: working together from outside

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