resynthesized
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /ˌriːˈsɪnθəˌzaɪzd/
KK: /riːˈsɪnθəˌzaɪzd/
adjective
Definition
Created again or reformed, especially after undergoing a process of change or transformation.
Example
The resynthesized compound showed improved properties compared to the original.
Conversation
Have you heard about the new drink that claims to be resynthesized?
No, I haven't! What's that supposed to mean?
It means they take the ingredients and synthesize them again for better flavor.
That sounds really interesting! I might have to try it.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
reformed
reconstructed
recreated
Antonyms
dismantled
destroyed
disassembled
verb
Definition
To create something again by combining or rearranging its parts, often in a new way.
Example
The scientists resynthesized the compound to improve its effectiveness.
Tense Forms
Past: resynthesized
Past Participle: resynthesized
Conversation
Did you hear how the artist resynthesized those old tracks?
Yeah, I actually loved the new version!
It's amazing how they resynthesized everything to sound fresh.
Root Explanation
Resynthesized → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "synthesize" (from Greek "synthesis", meaning to put together). The word means to put together again or to recreate a synthesis.
Memory Tip
Think of 'putting together' ('synthesize') something 'again' ('re-') — that's what resynthesized means.
Visually Confused Words
synthesize
synthesizer
nonsynthesized
parenthesize