Definition

Not occurring at the same time or not coordinated with something else.

Example

The two videos were unsynchronized, causing confusion during the presentation.

Conversation

Did you notice how our dance moves were unsynchronized during practice?

Yeah, it was pretty funny to watch us try to keep up.

I think we need to work on that before the performance.

Definitely! Maybe we should practice together more often.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Unsynchronized → It is formed from "un-" (meaning not) and "synchronize" (from Greek "synchronos", meaning occurring at the same time). The word "unsynchronized" means not occurring at the same time or out of sync.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('un-') being added to 'occurring at the same time' ('synchronize') — that's why unsynchronized means things that are not in sync.

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