integrated
UK: ˈɪntɪɡreɪtɪd | US: ˈɪntəɡreɪtɪd
adj. combined or unified into a whole
adj. (of systems or groups) with diverse components working harmoniously
vt. (past tense of integrate) to bring parts together into a whole
integrated = integr<whole> + ate<verb suffix> + ed<past participle suffix>
- integr<whole>: From Latin integer ("untouched, entire"), related to integritas ("completeness").
- ate<verb suffix>: A common verbalizing suffix in Latin-derived words.
- ed<past participle suffix>: Indicates completed action or state.
Etymology Origin:
The word traces back to Latin integrare ("to renew, restore"), from integer ("whole"). The core idea of "wholeness" persists in modern usage, reflecting the blending of parts into a unified system. The suffix -ate marks it as a verb, while -ed signals its adjectival or past-tense form.
The school promotes an integrated approach to science and arts.
The software is fully integrated with cloud storage.
She integrated diverse cultural elements into her design.
The team successfully integrated the new members.
This chip contains an integrated circuit for faster processing.