synchronous
UK: ˈsɪŋkrənəs | US: ˈsɪŋkrənəs
adj. occurring or existing at the same time
adj. moving or operating at the same rate or in unison
adj. (computing) involving simultaneous execution or coordination
The word "synchronous" originates from Greek roots. The prefix "syn-" (from Greek "syn") means "together," and "chron" (from Greek "khronos") means "time." The suffix "-ous" (from Latin "-osus") turns the word into an adjective. The term evolved through Late Latin "synchronus" and entered English in the 17th century, retaining its core meaning of events or actions happening simultaneously or in coordination.
The dancers performed in perfect synchronous movement.
The clocks were synchronized to ensure synchronous timekeeping.
In a synchronous online class, students and teachers interact in real-time.
The traffic lights operate on a synchronous system to manage flow.
The satellites orbit in synchronous harmony with Earth's rotation.