synchronized
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /ˈsɪŋkrənaɪzd/
KK: /ˈsɪŋkrəˌnaɪzd/
adjective
Definition
Describing things that are working together at the same time or in a coordinated way.
Example
The synchronized swimmers performed their routine perfectly in time with the music.
Conversation
Did you see the dance team perform last night?
Yes! Their moves were so synchronized and impressive.
I know, right? It really made the whole routine stand out.
Exactly! It takes a lot of practice to get that synchronized.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
coordinated
harmonized
aligned
Antonyms
disjointed
uncoordinated
asynchronous
verb
Definition
To make things happen at the same time or rate, or to coordinate actions so they occur together.
Example
The dancers moved in a synchronized manner during the performance.
Tense Forms
Past: synchronized
Past Participle: synchronized
Conversation
Did you see how the dancers synchronized their movements perfectly?
Yeah, it was amazing to watch!
I wish I could synchronize my dance moves like that.
Root Explanation
Synchronized → It is formed from "syn-" (meaning together) and "chronos" (meaning time). The word describes events that occur at the same time or in harmony with each other.
Memory Tip
Think of things happening 'together' ('syn-') in 'time' ('chronos') — that's why synchronized means occurring at the same time.
Visually Confused Words
unsynchronized