Lesson 288
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Word Past Past Participle Third Person Singular Gerund Meaning Example Sentence Example Expression Example Expression Meaning Synonyms Antonyms Collocations
#8610
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synonymous
/sɪˈnɒnɪməs/
adjective
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having the same or nearly the same meaning; closely associated with something
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For many people, her name is synonymous with generosity.

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be synonymous with

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to be closely connected in meaning or association with something
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equivalent, interchangeable, identical, tantamount, corresponding
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different, opposite, distinct
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synonymous with success, almost synonymous, virtually synonymous, become synonymous, widely synonymous
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#8611
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tackle
/ˈtæk.əl/
verb, noun
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tackled
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tackled
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tackles
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tackling
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to try to deal with or solve a difficult problem; to physically stop someone in sports by knocking them down
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The coach taught the players how to tackle properly.

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tackle a problem

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to deal with or try to solve a problem
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confront, address, handle, seize, wrestle
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avoid, ignore, neglect
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tackle a challenge, tackle crime, tackle poverty, tackle an issue
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#8612
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tack
/tæk/
noun/verb
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tacked
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tacked
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tacks
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tacking
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a small sharp nail; or to change direction in sailing or approach something differently
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She used a tack to pin the paper on the wall.

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change tack

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to try a different approach or method
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pin, nail, approach, strategy
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detach, neglect
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thumb tack, change tack, tack on, tack up
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#8613
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taciturn
/ˈtæsɪtɜrn/
adjective
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reserved or uncommunicative in speech; saying little
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He was a taciturn man who rarely spoke in meetings.

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silent, reserved, reticent, quiet
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talkative, chatty, loquacious
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taciturn person, taciturn nature, taciturn character
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#8614
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tacit
/ˈtæsɪt/
adjective
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understood or implied without being stated
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There was a tacit agreement to avoid the subject.

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tacit agreement

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an unspoken understanding between people
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implicit, unspoken, understood, silent
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explicit, stated, expressed
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tacit consent, tacit approval, tacit understanding
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#8615
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tablet
/ˈtæblət/
noun
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a small flat computer or a small solid dose of medicine
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She took a tablet to relieve her headache.

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pill, pad, slate, device
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capsule, injection
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take a tablet, tablet device, tablet computer, tablet form
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#8616
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tableau
/ˈtæbloʊ/
noun
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a striking or artistic scene or arrangement of people or objects, often presented on stage or in art
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The actors froze in a tableau that captured the final moment of the play.

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scene, picture, image, representation, depiction
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chaos, disorder
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dramatic tableau, living tableau, tableau scene, artistic tableau
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#8617
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table
/ˈteɪbəl/
noun
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A piece of furniture with a flat top and legs, used for working at or placing items on.
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They placed the documents on the table.

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turn the tables

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To reverse a situation and gain an advantage over someone.
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desk, counter, bench, surface
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floor, ground
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dining table, coffee table, round table, table manners
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#8618
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systematic
/ˌsɪstəˈmætɪk/
adjective
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Done or acting according to a fixed plan or system; methodical.
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The company took a systematic approach to solving the issue.

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systematic error

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An error that consistently occurs in the same direction due to flaws in a system.
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methodical, organized, structured, logical, disciplined
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random, chaotic, disorganized
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systematic review, systematic study, systematic approach, systematic plan
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#8619
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synthetic
/sɪnˈθetɪk/
adjective
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Made by chemical synthesis, especially to imitate a natural product.
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The shoes are made from synthetic leather.

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synthetic smile

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A smile that appears artificial or insincere.
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artificial, man-made, fabricated, fake, imitation
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natural, genuine, authentic
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synthetic fabric, synthetic leather, synthetic materials, synthetic drugs
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#8620
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synthesize
/ˈsɪnθəsaɪz/
verb
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synthesized
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synthesized
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synthesizes
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synthesizing
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To combine different elements to form a new whole.
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The scientist synthesized a new compound in the lab.

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combine, integrate, merge, blend, fuse
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separate, divide, dismantle
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synthesize data, synthesize chemicals, synthesize music, synthesize results
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#8621
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synthesis
/ˈsɪnθəsɪs/
noun
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The combination of different ideas, elements, or substances into a coherent whole.
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The report is a synthesis of several research studies.

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thesis-antithesis-synthesis

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A philosophical framework where opposing ideas resolve into a new understanding.
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combination, integration, fusion, amalgamation, unification
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separation, division, analysis
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chemical synthesis, synthesis report, synthesis essay, data synthesis
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#8622
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syntax
/ˈsɪntæks/
noun
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the rules for arranging words and phrases to create well-formed sentences in a language or code
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Clear syntax helps readers understand complex ideas quickly.

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syntax error

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an error arising from incorrect arrangement or formatting according to language or coding rules
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grammar, structure, word order, sentence structure, formulation
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nonsense, disorder, ill-formedness
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English syntax, programming syntax, syntax rules, syntax tree, incorrect syntax
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#8623
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synoptic
/sɪˈnɒptɪk/
adjective
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giving a general overview or summary; presenting a broad view
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The report offers a synoptic view of climate trends over the past century.

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summary, panoramic, overview, broad, compendious
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detailed, narrow, specific
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synoptic view, synoptic chart, synoptic overview, synoptic table, synoptic analysis
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#8624
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synopsis
/sɪˈnɒpsɪs/
noun
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a brief summary of the main points of a text, film, or research
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The publisher asked the author to submit a one-page synopsis of the novel.

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summary, abstract, overview, précis, outline
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detail, expansion, elaboration
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brief synopsis, plot synopsis, write a synopsis, provide a synopsis, synopsis of findings
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#8625
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symmetry
/ˈsɪmətri/
noun
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the quality of having balanced proportions or identical parts facing each other
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The building’s symmetry impressed the visitors.

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perfect symmetry

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a state of complete balance and harmony
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balance, proportion, harmony, regularity
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imbalance, irregularity
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symmetry of design, symmetry in nature, lack of symmetry
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#8626
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synonym
/ˈsɪnənɪm/
noun
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a word or phrase that has the same or nearly the same meaning as another word
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In this sentence, 'big' is a synonym of 'large'.

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near synonym

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a word that is similar in meaning but not exactly identical
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equivalent, alternative, substitute, parallel, cognate
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antonym, opposite, contrast
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close synonym, exact synonym, list of synonyms, find a synonym, synonym set
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#8627
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synod
/ˈsɪnəd/
noun
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An assembly of the clergy in a Christian church convened to decide on issues of doctrine or administration.
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The synod gathered to discuss reforms in the church.

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council, assembly, convention, congregation
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individual, separation
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church synod, synod meeting, synod assembly
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#8628
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synergy
/ˈsɪnərdʒi/
noun
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The increased effectiveness that results when two or more people or organizations work together.
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The merger created synergy between the two companies.

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synergy effect

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The combined power that is greater than the sum of separate efforts.
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collaboration, cooperation, harmony, partnership, integration
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discord, division
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create synergy, business synergy, team synergy, synergy effect
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#8629
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synergic
/sɪˈnɜːrdʒɪk/
adjective
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Working together in a cooperative and effective manner.
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The two departments have a synergic relationship that boosts productivity.

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cooperative, collaborative, unified, combined, harmonious
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independent, conflicting
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synergic effect, synergic action, synergic relationship
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#8630
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syneresis
/sɪˈnɛrəsɪs/
noun
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The contraction of two adjacent vowels into a single syllable or the separation of liquid from a gel.
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The yogurt showed syneresis when liquid separated on top.

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contraction, merging, coalescence, separation, shrinkage
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expansion, separation
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syneresis in yogurt, gel syneresis, syneresis process
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#8631
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syndicate
/ˈsɪndɪkət/
noun
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A group of individuals or organizations combined to promote a common interest or carry out a business venture.
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A syndicate of investors bought the struggling company.

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syndicate a loan

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To share a large loan among multiple lenders to spread the risk.
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consortium, cartel, association, alliance, partnership
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individual, loner
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syndicate members, loan syndicate, crime syndicate, news syndicate
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#8632
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syncopated
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adjective
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Characterized by displaced beats or rhythms, especially in music.
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The jazz piece had a syncopated rhythm that energized the crowd.

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offbeat, rhythmic, accented, irregular
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regular, steady
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syncopated rhythm, syncopated beat, syncopated music
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#8633
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synchronous
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adjective
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Happening, existing, or arising at the same time.
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The students participated in a synchronous online class.

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synchronous communication

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Real-time communication where participants interact simultaneously.
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simultaneous, coincident, concurrent, contemporaneous
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asynchronous, sequential
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synchronous learning, synchronous communication, synchronous events
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#8634
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synchronism
/ˈsɪŋkrəˌnɪzəm/
noun
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The simultaneous occurrence of events or actions.
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The synchronism of the dancers' movements amazed the audience.

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coincidence, simultaneity, concurrence, synchronization
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asynchrony, mismatch, disunity
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perfect synchronism, synchronism of events, synchronism in time
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#8635
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symphony
/ˈsɪmfəni/
noun
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An elaborate musical composition for a full orchestra, typically in four movements.
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Beethoven's Fifth Symphony is one of the most famous works in classical music.

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symphony of colors

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A harmonious blend of many colors.
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composition, concerto, orchestration, sonata, opus
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discord, cacophony
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symphony orchestra, great symphony, classical symphony, symphony performance
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#8636
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symphonious
/sɪmˈfoʊniəs/
adjective
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Harmonious; producing a pleasant sound or agreement of sound.
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The choir's voices were symphonious and filled the hall with beauty.

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harmonious, melodic, tuneful, euphonious, musical
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discordant, harsh, cacophonous
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symphonious sound, symphonious voices, symphonious melody, symphonious harmony
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#8637
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symphonic
/sɪmˈfɒnɪk/
adjective
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relating to or having the character of a symphony or symphony orchestra
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The concert featured a symphonic masterpiece.

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orchestral, harmonious, musical, melodic
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discordant, unmusical
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symphonic music, symphonic orchestra, symphonic poem, symphonic sound
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#8638
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sympathize
/ˈsɪmpəˌθaɪz/
verb
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sympathized
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sympathized
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sympathizes
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sympathizing
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to feel or express compassion or pity for someone else’s situation
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I sympathize with you on the loss of your pet.

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sympathize with

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to share or understand someone’s feelings
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pity, commiserate, empathize, console
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ignore, disregard, neglect
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sympathize deeply, sympathize with someone, sympathize over loss
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#8639
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sympathetic
/ˌsɪmpəˈθɛtɪk/
adjective
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showing understanding or compassion for someone’s feelings or situation
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She was very sympathetic when he lost his job.

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sympathetic ear

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a person who listens with kindness and understanding
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compassionate, caring, kind, supportive, understanding
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indifferent, unfeeling, unsympathetic
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sympathetic attitude, sympathetic ear, sympathetic response, sympathetic character
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