Definition

To make things happen at the same time or rate, or to coordinate actions so they occur together.

Example

We need to synchronise our watches before the event starts.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Hey, do you know how to synchronise our schedules for the weekend?

Yeah, I think we should compare our free times.

That sounds good! When are you free to synchronise them?

I'm free this evening; we can figure it out then.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Synchronise → It is formed from "syn-" (meaning together) and "chronos" (meaning time). The word describes the act of occurring at the same time or coordinating events together in time.

Memory Tip

Think of events happening 'together' ('syn-') in 'time' ('chronos') — that's why synchronise means to make things happen at the same time.

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