synthesis
noun
syn·the·sis
ˈsin(t)-thə-səs 
plural syntheses
ˈsin(t)-thə-ˌsēz
1
a
: the composition or combination of parts or elements so as to form a whole
b
: the production of a substance by the union of chemical elements, groups, or simpler compounds or by the degradation of a complex compound
c
: the combining of often diverse conceptions into a coherent whole
also
: the complex so formed
2
a
: deductive reasoning
b
: the dialectic combination of thesis and antithesis into a higher stage of truth
3
: the frequent and systematic use of inflected forms as a characteristic device of a language
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Examples of synthesis in a Sentence
a philosophy that is a kind of synthesis of several schools of Western and Eastern thought
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The Best Years of Our Lives (1946) is the obvious landmark, a commercial and critical hit that was perfect synthesis of entertainment and education built around the traumas, physical and psychological, of returning veterans.
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Thomas Doherty, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 Aug. 2024
At the same time, protein supports muscle protein synthesis, which is necessary for maintaining lean muscle.
—Barbie Cervoni, Health, 5 Aug. 2024
These findings underscore the nuanced interplay of neurotransmitter synthesis, lipid metabolism, microbial activity, and purine metabolism associated with omnivorous dietary patterns.
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On top of this, collagen is a source of amino acids that strengthen the hair follicles and promote the synthesis of keratin—the outer layer of the hair that gives it protection.
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Thomas Doherty, The Hollywood Reporter, 9 Aug. 2024
At the same time, protein supports muscle protein synthesis, which is necessary for maintaining lean muscle.
—Barbie Cervoni, Health, 5 Aug. 2024
These findings underscore the nuanced interplay of neurotransmitter synthesis, lipid metabolism, microbial activity, and purine metabolism associated with omnivorous dietary patterns.
—New Atlas, 28 July 2024
On top of this, collagen is a source of amino acids that strengthen the hair follicles and promote the synthesis of keratin—the outer layer of the hair that gives it protection.
—Ana Morales, Vogue, 23 July 2024
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synthesis
noun
syn·the·sis
ˈsin(t)-thə-səs
plural syntheses
-thə-ˌsēz
1
: the combination of parts or elements so as to form a whole
especially
: the production of a substance by union of chemically simpler substances
2
a
: the combining of often very different ideas into an ordered whole
b
: the product so formed
Medical Definition
synthesis
noun
syn·the·sis
ˈsin(t)-thə-səs
plural syntheses
-ˌsēz
1
: the composition or combination of parts or elements so as to form a whole
2
: the production of a substance by the union of chemical elements, groups, or simpler compounds or by the degradation of a complex compound
protein synthesis
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