synchronicity
2 synonyms and 2 antonyms for synchronicity, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The quality of happening at the same time; simultaneity.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
Etymology
Coined from "synchronous" plus "-icity"; the meaningful-coincidence sense was introduced by the psychologist Carl Jung in the 1920s.
Full origin of synchronicity →Frequently asked questions
What does “synchronicity” mean?
The word “synchronicity” means the quality of happening at the same time; simultaneity. In plain terms, either simply "happening together in time," or Jung's idea of coincidences that feel too meaningful to be random.
How do you use “synchronicity” in a sentence?
Here is “synchronicity” used in a sentence: “The dancers moved with perfect synchronicity.”
What is another word for “synchronicity”?
Words with a similar meaning to “synchronicity” include synchronization and synchroneity.
What is the opposite of “synchronicity”?
The opposite of “synchronicity” — its antonyms — are asynchronicity and desynchronicity.
What part of speech is “synchronicity”?
“Synchronicity” is a noun.
Where does the word “synchronicity” come from?
The word “synchronicity” dates back to around 1920. Coined from "synchronous" plus "-icity"; the meaningful-coincidence sense was introduced by the psychologist Carl Jung in the 1920s.
How many meanings does “synchronicity” have?
“Synchronicity” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the quality of happening at the same time; simultaneity.