verb

synchronize

SIHNG-kruh-nyz

Synchronize (verb) means to make two or more things happen at the same time or the same rate. Example: “The dancers synchronized their steps perfectly.”

verb

To make two or more things happen at the same time or the same rate.

"The dancers synchronized their steps perfectly."

"Let's synchronize our watches before we split up."

To make audio and video play together in step.

"The editor synchronized the dialogue with the actors' lip movements."

To make files, data, or settings on one device match those on another.

"Your photos will synchronize automatically once you're back on Wi-Fi."

How to use synchronize

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishTo line things up so they happen together in time.

Common pairings

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Word forms

synchronized past tense, synchronizes singular

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Etymology

From Ancient Greek synkhronizo, built from syn- ("together") and khronos ("time").

Origin: Ancient Greek

Synonyms

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Related words

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Frequently asked questions

What does “synchronize” mean?

The word “synchronize” means to make two or more things happen at the same time or the same rate. In plain terms, to line things up so they happen together in time.

How do you pronounce “synchronize”?

“Synchronize” is pronounced SIHNG-kruh-nyz (/ˈsɪŋ.kɹə.naɪːz/ in IPA).

How do you use “synchronize” in a sentence?

Here is “synchronize” used in a sentence: “The dancers synchronized their steps perfectly.”

What part of speech is “synchronize”?

“Synchronize” is a verb.

Where does the word “synchronize” come from?

The word “synchronize” comes from Ancient Greek. From Ancient Greek synkhronizo, built from syn- ("together") and khronos ("time").

How many meanings does “synchronize” have?

“Synchronize” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to make two or more things happen at the same time or the same rate.

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