sync
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /sɪŋk/
KK: /sɪŋk/
noun
Definition
The state of being coordinated or matched in time or action, often used in technology to describe the process of making two or more things operate together smoothly.
Example
The sync between the audio and video was perfect during the presentation.
Conversation
I noticed that the music and video were a bit out of sync during the movie.
Yeah, that can be really distracting, especially in action scenes.
I wonder if they’ll release a version that fixes the sync issues.
I hope so, because it really ruins the experience otherwise.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
alignment
concurrence
harmony
Antonyms
desynchronization
discrepancy
discord
transitive verb
Definition
To make two or more things happen at the same time or to match them in time or rate.
Example
I need to sync my phone with my computer to transfer the files.
Tense Forms
Past: synced
Past Participle: synced
Conversation
Did you manage to sync your phone with the new computer?
Not yet, I'm having some trouble with the software.
Maybe I can help you sync it up later.
Root Explanation
**Sync** → It is derived from "synchronos" (Greek, meaning occurring at the same time) which combines "syn-" (meaning together) and "chronos" (meaning time). The word "sync" refers to the process of occurring together in time or coordinating events.
Memory Tip
Think of things happening 'together' ('syn-') in 'time' ('chronos') — that's why sync means to coordinate or happen at the same time.
Visually Confused Words
syndoc
syndic