harmonize
Translation
to harmonise, to bring into harmony, to coordinate
Examples
We need to harmonize our different views.
We need to harmonise our different views.
The new building does not harmonize with its surroundings.
The new building does not harmonise with its surroundings.
She harmonized the simple folk melody.
She harmonised the simple folk melody.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((with sth.)) to make sth. consistent with sth. else The interior design harmonises with the old architecture.
Similar Words
Synonyms: coordinate, integrate, attune; Antonyms: conflict, clash
Etymology
From Greek 'harmonia' (agreement, concord of sounds). The '-ize' ending is the common American English verb suffix.
Memory Tips
This is the standard American English spelling. The British English spelling is 'harmonise'.