synthetic
Translation
synthetic, artificial, man-made
Examples
This jacket is made from synthetic material.
This jacket is made from synthetic material.
She has a very synthetic smile.
She has a very synthetic smile.
Grammar Patterns
((noun)) used before a noun to describe it This jacket is made from synthetic material.
Similar Words
Synonyms: artificial, man-made; Antonyms: natural, genuine
Etymology
From Greek 'syn-' (together) and 'thetikos' (able to place), meaning 'put together'.
Memory Tips
Think of a music synthesizer, which creates sounds artificially rather than from natural instruments.