synthesize
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θəˌsaɪz verb (used with object)
1.
to form (a material or abstract entity) by combining parts or elements ( opposed to analyze ): to synthesize a statement.
2.
Chemistry. to combine (constituent elements) into a single or unified entity.
3.
to treat synthetically.
verb (used without object)
4.
to make or form a synthesis.
Related forms
syn·the·si·za·tion, noun
non·syn·the·sized, adjective
re·syn·the·size, verb (used with object), re·syn·the·sized, re·syn·the·siz·ing.
un·syn·the·sized, adjective
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So is asymmetric. Does it mean:
| having an unsymmetrical arrangement of atoms in a molecule, or noting a carbon atom bonded to four different atoms or groups |
| a colorless, flammable gas, C4H10, a saturated aliphatic existing in two isometric forms: used chiefly in the manufacture of rubber and as fuel |
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World English Dictionary
synthesize, synthetize, synthesise or synthetise (ˈsɪnθɪˌsaɪz) ![[Click for IPA pronunciation guide]](http://static.sfdict.com/dictstatic/g/d/dictionary_questionbutton_default.gif) | |
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| 1. | to combine or cause to combine into a whole |
| 2. | (tr) to produce by synthesis |
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| synthesi'zation, synthetize, synthesise or synthetise | |
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| syntheti'zation, synthetize, synthesise or synthetise | |
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| synthesi'sation, synthetize, synthesise or synthetise | |
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American Heritage
Medical Dictionary
synthesize syn·the·size (sĭn'thĭ-sīz')
v. syn·the·sized, syn·the·siz·ing, syn·the·siz·es
To combine so as to form a new, complex product.
To form or produce by chemical synthesis.
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American Heritage
Science Dictionary
| synthesis (sĭn'thĭ-sĭs) Pronunciation Key
Plural syntheses (sĭn'thĭ-sēz') The formation of a chemical compound through the combination of simpler compounds or elements. synthesize verb |
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Example sentences
That's because they were able to connect experiences they've had and synthesize new things.
Realistically, what would happen after a rubber collapse is that industry would begin to synthesize high-quality rubber.
Students synthesize their learning to write a story or conduct an interview.
Complex sugars have been notoriously difficult to synthesize in labs.
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