Synergy means the combinedmade by joining separate parts into one result effectthe result or impact something has on something else of things working together is greaterlarger in amount, size, or importance than what each one could do alone. It is often used in science, business, and teamwork.
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Pronunciation
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Accent: General American English
IPA: /ˈsɪnərdʒi/
Easy pronunciation: SIN-er-jee (approximate spelling).
Stress: Stress the first syllable.
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Synergy Meaning
A stronger result created by things working together.
Part of speech: noun
Definition: The working together of two things so that their combined effect is greater than the sum of their separate effects.
Example: The two companies hoped their partnership would create real synergy.
Synonyms for this meaning:
- synergism — The main dictionary synonym for this sense.
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Synergy Synonyms
Similar Meaning
- synergism
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Common Mistakes
- Using synergy to mean simple cooperation only. Synergy suggests a greater combined effect, not just working together.
- Confusing synergy with teamwork. Teamwork is broader and does not always imply an added combined effect.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does synergy mean in simple words?
It means things work better together than they would separately.
Is synergy the same as cooperation?
Not exactly. Cooperation just means working together, while synergy means the result is better because of that cooperation.
What is a synonym for synergy?
A direct dictionary synonym is synergism.
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