Synthetic

/sɪnˈθɛtɪk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A synthetic material or substance, especially one used as an alternative to a natural one.

The synthetic used in the construction of the bridge proved to be highly durable.

adjective

Made by chemical synthesis, especially to imitate a natural product.

The synthetic fabric was much cheaper than the natural fibers.

Not genuine; artificial.

His enthusiasm seemed synthetic and not authentic.

Relating to the combining of parts to form a whole.

The synthetic approach to learning integrates multiple disciplines.

From Greek 'synthētikos', meaning 'put together'.

synthetic rubber

A type of rubber made from synthetic materials, often used in various applications.

synthetic biology

An interdisciplinary branch of biology and engineering that involves the design and construction of new biological parts.

synthetic drugs

Medications that are produced through chemical processes rather than extracted from natural sources.

synthesis

The combination of components or elements to form a connected whole.

synthetization

The process of creating something through a synthesis.

synthesizer

An electronic instrument that generates audio signals.

Plastic

That new phone case is made of synthetic; it's not real material.

Fake

He's all about synthetic style; he doesn't wear anything authentic.