adj
synoptic
Synoptic (adj) means of or relating to a synopsis.
adj
1
Of or relating to a synopsis.
2
Obtained simultaneously over a wide area, for presenting a comprehensive and nearly instantaneous picture of the state of the atmosphere.
3
Pertaining to the gospels of Matthew, Mark and Luke.
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Etymology
From New Latin synopticus, from Ancient Greek συνοπτικός (sunoptikós, “seeing the whole together or at a glance”), from σύνοψις (súnopsis, “a general view, synopsis”), from συν- (sun-, “with”) + ὄψις (ópsis, “view”).
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What is the meaning of synoptic?
"synoptic" (adj) means of or relating to a synopsis.
What are the different meanings of synoptic?
"synoptic" has 3 main meanings: 1. Of or relating to a synopsis; 2. Obtained simultaneously over a wide area, for presenting a comprehensive and nearly instantaneous picture of the state of the atmosphere; 3. Pertaining to the gospels of Matthew, Mark and Luke.