synergy
UK: ˈsɪnədʒi | US: ˈsɪnərdʒi
n. the interaction or cooperation of two or more elements to produce a combined effect greater than the sum of their separate effects
n. (business) increased effectiveness achieved by combining the efforts of multiple groups or individuals
Derived from Greek synergos ("working together"), from syn- (together) + ergon (work). The term entered English via Late Latin synergia and originally referred to theological cooperation between human will and divine grace. By the 19th century, it evolved into its modern scientific and business sense, emphasizing productive collaboration. The morpheme erg appears in other English words like energy (en- + erg + y) and ergonomics.
The synergy between the marketing and sales teams doubled our quarterly revenue.
This drug combination creates a therapeutic synergy with fewer side effects.
The merger failed to achieve the expected financial synergies.
Musical synergy among band members produces unforgettable live performances.
Ecosystem synergy maintains balance between predator and prey populations.