Pronunciation

/sɪnˈθetɪk/

Definitions

Noun

• A synthetic substance or material is artificially produced using chemical processes, not found naturally. For example: “The car’s body is made of a lightweight synthetic material.”
• In chemistry, a synthetic compound differs from an organic compound occurring in nature. For example: “The drug was developed through synthetic chemistry.”
• A synthetic sound or style, often in music or art, imitating something real or natural. For example: “The synthetic voice in the advertisement sounded robotic.”

Adjective

• Made or produced artificially rather than occurring naturally. For example: “A synthetic fiber is stronger than cotton.”
• Characteristic of being artificial or contrived. For example: “Her acting style was overly synthetic.”

Verb

• To create or produce synthetically. For example: “Scientists have learned to synthesize vitamins.”
• To imitate or emulate something artificially. For example: “The artist synthesized the colors of the sunset in her painting.”

Phrases

• “Synthetic fibers” are materials like polyester that are not derived from natural sources.
• “Artificially synthesized” describes something that has been created through chemical processes.
• “Synthetic leather” is a substitute for genuine leather, typically made from plastic or rubber.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The synthetic fibers in the carpet are durable and easy to clean.”
• Adjective: “The synthetic dyes give the fabric an unnatural vibrant color.”
• Verb: “The chemist synthesized a new compound with potential medical applications.”

Synonyms

• Artificial
• Artificially produced
• Man-made
• Created by synthesis
• Engineered
• Counterfeit (in the sense of imitation)