Synthesis
/ˈsɪn.θə.sɪs/noun
The combination of components or elements to form a connected whole.
Did you know?In ancient philosophy, synthesis was viewed as a mystical union of opposites, often linked to the creation of the cosmos itself.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
σύνθεσις (synthesis)
“A putting together, composition, or arrangement.”
Middle English
Old French
synthèse
“A term borrowed to describe the action of combining elements.”
16th Century
Latin
synthesis
“The act of combining, especially in a philosophical or scientific context.”
Modern English
English
synthesis
“The process of combining ideas or elements into a cohesive whole.”