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synthetic

/sɪnˈθɛtɪk/

Meanings
  • adjective

    Artificially produced or manufactured, not natural.

    - "The synthetic fabric is more durable than natural fibers."
    - "Synthetic diamonds are created in laboratories."
    - "Synthetic hormones are used in medicine."
  • adjective

    Relating to or involving the combination of elements or substances to form a complex or novel entity.

    - "The synthetic compound was created through a complex chemical reaction."
    - "The synthetic polymers have unique properties."
    - "Synthetic materials are often used in construction."

Pronunciation
  1. /sɪnˈθɛtɪk/



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Rhymes
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chronic , monotonous , hypnotic , anemic , onic
Variants
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synthetic , synthetically , synthetics , synthetic division , synthetic divisions , synthetic geometries , synthetic geometry , synthetic resin , synthetic resins
Etymology
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From the Greek word syn-, 'together' + tithenai, 'to put'. The term was first used in the late 15th century.


Trivia
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  1. Synthetic rubber was first produced in 1910.

  2. The first synthetic fiber, rayon, was invented in 1855.

  3. Synthetic dyes were first used in ancient Egypt to create vibrant colors for textiles and cosmetics.


Related Concepts
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  1. Artificial: Relates to or made by humans, especially through technological means.

  2. Chemical compound: A substance formed from two or more elements or compounds, usually through a chemical reaction.


Culture
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Synthetic has been used extensively in various fields such as science, technology, and art. In science, synthetic materials are used to create new compounds and substances. In technology, synthetic fabrics and polymers are used in manufacturing and engineering. In art, synthetic art refers to art that is not derived from natural sources, but rather created through various artistic techniques and mediums.

How to Memorize "synthetic"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine synthetic materials being created in a laboratory or factory setting. Visualize the process of combining elements or substances to form a new compound or material.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word synthetic with the idea of something being man-made or artificial.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym S.Y.N.T.H.E.T.I.C. to remember the meaning: Synthetic - Artificially produced or manufactured. Y - Young and new. N - Not natural. T - Technologically created. H - High-tech. E - Engineered. T - Transformed. I - Innovative. C - Complex.


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