1. to combine separate elements or ideas into a coherent whole
2. to produce a chemical compound by combining simpler substances
Usage: chemistry
3. to produce sounds electronically, especially music
Usage: music; technology

Examples

• The researcher synthesizes data from multiple studies to draw conclusions.
• She synthesizes different philosophical theories in her new book.
• The laboratory synthesizes new compounds for drug development.
• Plants synthesize glucose through photosynthesis.
• The musician synthesizes electronic sounds to create ambient music.
• The keyboard synthesizes various instrument sounds.
• He synthesizes complex ideas into simple explanations.