synergy
2 synonyms and 4 antonyms for synergy, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The extra benefit gained when people, groups, or things combine and work together, greater than what each could achieve alone.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
synergism
binding energy
Antonyms
How to use synergy
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
create synergy
synergy between teams
lack of synergy
Etymology
From Ancient Greek sunergia, "cooperation," from syn- ("with, together") and ergon ("work").
Full origin of synergy →Frequently asked questions
What does “synergy” mean?
The word “synergy” means the extra benefit gained when people, groups, or things combine and work together, greater than what each could achieve alone. In plain terms, the idea that combining forces produces more than the sum of the parts.
How do you pronounce “synergy”?
“Synergy” is pronounced SIH-nuhd-zhee (/ˈsɪnəɹd͡ʒi/ in IPA).
How do you use “synergy” in a sentence?
Here is “synergy” used in a sentence: “The merger was pitched to investors as a source of real synergy between the two companies.”
What is another word for “synergy”?
Words with a similar meaning to “synergy” include binding energy.
What is the opposite of “synergy”?
The opposite of “synergy” — its antonyms — are antisynergy, asynergy, dysergia and dysergy.
What part of speech is “synergy”?
“Synergy” is a noun.
Where does the word “synergy” come from?
The word “synergy” comes from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek sunergia, "cooperation," from syn- ("with, together") and ergon ("work").
Is “synergy” a common word?
“Synergy” is an uncommon word in modern English.
