Meaning & Definition of Unify in English
Unify
to make or become united, uniform, or whole
Pronunciation:
/ˈjuː.nɪ.faɪ/Part of Speech:
verbDetailed Definitions
Definition: To bring together into a single entity
Example Sentence: The organization aims to unify various community groups under one mission.
Definition: To combine different elements into a cohesive whole
Example Sentence: The software was designed to unify different data sources for easier analysis.
Definition: To cause to be one; merge
Example Sentence: The new policy will unify the regulations across all states.
Definition: To make uniform; cause to conform to a standard
Example Sentence: Efforts to unify the educational system have been met with mixed reactions.
Definition: To bring about a reconciliation; resolve differences
Example Sentence: The negotiations aimed to unify the opposing factions.
Etymology
Origin: From Latin 'unificare', from 'uni-' meaning 'one' and 'facere' meaning 'to make'.
Synonyms
Common Phrases and Expressions
- unify efforts: to combine efforts for a common purpose
- unify the team: to bring a group together to work towards a common goal
- unify under one banner: to come together for a shared cause or purpose
Translations
- Spanish: unificar
- French: unifier
- German: vereinheitlichen
- Russian: объединять
Related Words
- unity: the state of being one or united
- unified: formed or united into a whole
- unit: a single thing or group that is part of a larger whole
Slang Meanings of unify
Meaning: to come together or join forces
Example Sentence: Let's unify our skills and tackle this project.
Meaning: to blend or mix together in a chill manner
Example Sentence: We're just trying to unify our styles at the jam session.