synthesis
Translation
synthesis, combination, fusion
Examples
His report is a synthesis of different ideas.
His report is a synthesis of different ideas.
Photosynthesis is the synthesis of sugar from light.
Photosynthesis is the synthesis of sugar from light.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) a combination of (sth.) His report is a synthesis of different ideas.
Similar Words
Synonyms: combination, fusion, integration; Antonyms: analysis, separation
Etymology
From Greek 'syn-' (together) + 'thesis' (a placing). Literally 'a placing together'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'syn-' as in 'synchronize' (together in time) and 'thesis' as an idea. Synthesis is putting ideas together.