Definition

In a way that does not happen at the same time or in a synchronized manner.

Example

The data was processed asynchronously, allowing other tasks to run simultaneously.

Conversation

Did you finish that project we talked about?

Not yet, I’m working on it asynchronously with some teammates.

That sounds smart, especially with everyone’s different schedules.

Yeah, it helps us stay flexible and get things done.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Asynchronously → It is formed from "a-" (meaning not) and "synchronos" (from Greek, meaning occurring at the same time). The word describes events that do not occur at the same time, hence the meaning of not being synchronized.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('a-') happening 'at the same time' ('synchronos') — that's why asynchronously means events that do not happen together.

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