synthesis

Definitions

The combination of ideas to form a theory or system.

The production of chemical compounds by reaction from simpler materials.

The combination of sounds or signals to produce a desired output.

Examples

The book provides a brilliant synthesis of modern economic theories.

The synthesis of these two chemical compounds resulted in a highly stable material.

Synonyms

fusion integration amalgamation combination unification blend coalescence

Antonyms

analysis separation division dissection partition breakdown fragmentation