synthesize
UK: ˈsɪnθəsaɪz | US: ˈsɪnθəsaɪz
vt. to combine parts or elements to form a whole
vt. to produce (a substance) by chemical or biological synthesis
vi. to undergo synthesis
synthesize = syn<together> + thes<put> + ize<verb suffix>
- syn (from Greek syn-, meaning "together")
- thes (from Greek thesis, meaning "put" or "place")
- ize (verb-forming suffix indicating "to make" or "to become")
Etymology Origin:
The word "synthesize" originates from Greek synthesis ("a putting together"), combining syn- (together) and thesis (placing). The suffix -ize was added in Late Latin (synthesizare) and later adopted into English, transforming the noun into a verb meaning "to combine elements into a whole." This reflects the logical progression from the concept of "placing together" to the modern scientific and general usage of creating complex structures from simpler parts.
Scientists can synthesize artificial proteins in the lab.
The report synthesizes data from multiple studies.
Plants synthesize glucose through photosynthesis.
His music synthesizes jazz and electronic elements.
The team aims to synthesize a sustainable alternative to plastic.