syndicate
5 synonyms for syndicate, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A group of people or companies who join together to run a business venture or pursue a shared interest.
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Less common
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crime syndicate
How to use syndicate
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
crime syndicate
syndicated column
loan syndicate
Etymology
From French syndicat ("board of representatives"), from syndic, ultimately from Ancient Greek sundikos, "advocate for a defendant" — built from syn- ("with") and dike ("justice").
Full origin of syndicate →Frequently asked questions
What does “syndicate” mean?
The word “syndicate” means a group of people or companies who join together to run a business venture or pursue a shared interest. In plain terms, a group — of investors, criminals, or media companies — acting together as one unit; or, as a verb, to distribute something through such a network.
How do you pronounce “syndicate”?
“Syndicate” is pronounced SIHN-dih-kuht (/ˈsɪndɪkət/ in IPA).
How do you use “syndicate” in a sentence?
Here is “syndicate” used in a sentence: “A syndicate of local investors bought the old cinema.”
What part of speech is “syndicate”?
Depending on how it is used, “syndicate” can be a noun and a verb.
Where does the word “syndicate” come from?
The word “syndicate” comes from Ancient Greek. From French syndicat ("board of representatives"), from syndic, ultimately from Ancient Greek sundikos, "advocate for a defendant" — built from syn- ("with") and dike ("justice").
Is “syndicate” a common word?
“Syndicate” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “syndicate” have?
“Syndicate” has 5 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a group of people or companies who join together to run a business venture or pursue a shared interest.
