Dictionary Entry
synthesis
Part of SpeechnounPronunciation/ˈsɪnθəsɪs/Word FrequencyNot availableCurriculum FrequencyLess common (1)The formation of something complex or coherent by combining simpler things.
In a Sentence
“The scientist presented a synthesis of data from various experiments to support her hypothesis.”
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Origin
From Greek 'synthesis', meaning 'composition' or 'a putting together'.
Common Phrases
. synthesisbetween synthesissynthesis proteinsynthesis dnasynthesis rnasynthesis acid
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