synthetic

1 of 2

adjective

syn·thet·ic sin-ˈthe-tik How to pronounce synthetic (audio)

: relating to or involving synthesis : not analytic

the synthetic aspects of a philosophy

: attributing to a subject something determined by observation rather than analysis of the nature of the subject and not resulting in self-contradiction if negated compare analytic

: characterized by frequent and systematic use of inflected forms to express grammatical relationships

synthetic languages

a(1)

: of, relating to, or produced by chemical or biochemical synthesis

especially : produced artificially

synthetic drugs

synthetic silk

(2)

: of or relating to a synfuel

: devised, arranged, or fabricated for special situations to imitate or replace usual realities

: factitious, bogus

synthetically

sin-ˈthe-ti-k(ə-)lē How to pronounce synthetic (audio)

adverb

Example Sentences

Adjective that organic farm doesn't use any pesticides or synthetic fertilizers boots of waterproof synthetic leather Noun The drug is a synthetic.

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that in the 12-month period ending in October 2021, more than 105,000 Americans died of drug overdoses, with 66% of those deaths related to synthetic opioids such as fentanyl.

Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2022 One is a class of synthetic opioids, called nitazenes, that can be up to 10 times stronger than fentanyl, experts say.

Erika Edwards, NBC News, 15 Sep. 2022 Many are made with essential oils, though synthetic fragrances are just as effective.

Jamie Kim, Good Housekeeping, 13 Sep. 2022 The paper is typically soaked with K2, a synthetic cannabinoid, or Suboxone, a treatment for opioid addiction that can be addictive in its own right.

Danny Robbins, ajc, 11 Aug. 2022 All the product is made in small batches without toxins, synthetic fragrances, or chemicals.

Kiana Murden, Vogue, 18 July 2022 To avoid synthetic fragrances that might cause irritation, orange peel and apricot kernels oil double as the products' citrus-y fragrance.

Taylore Glynn, Allure, 29 June 2022 This product is free of aluminum, parabens, talc, synthetic fragrances and phthalates, all of which can be harmful to your body.

Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 10 June 2022 Each exfoliating scrub is naturally scented with essential oils — which means no synthetic fragrances.

Elizabeth Berry, Woman's Day, 3 June 2022

Noun

Tyson is investing heavily in the aforementioned high tech synthetic, lab made meat alternative to traditional animal protein production.

Kenneth Rapoza, Forbes, 1 Aug. 2022 Plus, the synthetic and polyester webbing upper is designed to dry quickly.

Emma Seymour, Good Housekeeping, 19 July 2022 And there’s no downside really to using a synthetic?

Kira Bindrim, Quartz, 23 May 2022 And it’s one of the first perfumes that really leaned in hard on a synthetic called an aldehyde.

Kira Bindrim, Quartz, 23 May 2022 Ghesquière loves these time-traveling mishmashes, but there was a spectacular new tension between the organic and the synthetic here.

Rachel Tashjian, Harper's BAZAAR, 13 May 2022 Brown polarized lenses, crafted from a proprietary synthetic, deliver optics as sharp as ground glass: colors throb, and details jump out.

Mike Steere, Outside Online, 14 May 2015 With backgrounds in the medical-device and automotive industries, respectively, the men knew that neither petroleum nor limestone were necessary to make the rubber for a wetsuit, if one used natural rubber instead of a synthetic.

Gabriela Aoun, Outside Online, 23 July 2021 Most of the forces of modern life tend toward the synthetic, the presentational—virtual feelings and enactments.

Peggy Noonan, WSJ, 3 Mar. 2022 See More

单词	synthetic
释义	synthetic 1 of 2 adjective syn·thet·ic sin-ˈthe-tik 1 : relating to or involving synthesis : not analytic the synthetic aspects of a philosophy 2 : attributing to a subject something determined by observation rather than analysis of the nature of the subject and not resulting in self-contradiction if negated compare analytic 3 : characterized by frequent and systematic use of inflected forms to express grammatical relationships synthetic languages 4 a(1) : of, relating to, or produced by chemical or biochemical synthesis especially : produced artificially synthetic drugs synthetic silk (2) : of or relating to a synfuel b : devised, arranged, or fabricated for special situations to imitate or replace usual realities c : factitious, bogus synthetically sin-ˈthe-ti-k(ə-)lē adverb synthetic 2 of 2 noun : something resulting from synthesis rather than occurring naturally especially : a product (such as a drug or plastic) of chemical synthesis Synonyms Adjective artificial man-made nonnatural See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Adjective that organic farm doesn't use any pesticides or synthetic fertilizers boots of waterproof synthetic leather Noun The drug is a synthetic. Recent Examples on the Web Adjective The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that in the 12-month period ending in October 2021, more than 105,000 Americans died of drug overdoses, with 66% of those deaths related to synthetic opioids such as fentanyl. Howard Blume, Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2022 One is a class of synthetic opioids, called nitazenes, that can be up to 10 times stronger than fentanyl, experts say. Erika Edwards, NBC News, 15 Sep. 2022 Many are made with essential oils, though synthetic fragrances are just as effective. Jamie Kim, Good Housekeeping, 13 Sep. 2022 The paper is typically soaked with K2, a synthetic cannabinoid, or Suboxone, a treatment for opioid addiction that can be addictive in its own right. Danny Robbins, ajc, 11 Aug. 2022 All the product is made in small batches without toxins, synthetic fragrances, or chemicals. Kiana Murden, Vogue, 18 July 2022 To avoid synthetic fragrances that might cause irritation, orange peel and apricot kernels oil double as the products' citrus-y fragrance. Taylore Glynn, Allure, 29 June 2022 This product is free of aluminum, parabens, talc, synthetic fragrances and phthalates, all of which can be harmful to your body. Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 10 June 2022 Each exfoliating scrub is naturally scented with essential oils — which means no synthetic fragrances. Elizabeth Berry, Woman's Day, 3 June 2022 Noun Tyson is investing heavily in the aforementioned high tech synthetic, lab made meat alternative to traditional animal protein production. Kenneth Rapoza, Forbes, 1 Aug. 2022 Plus, the synthetic and polyester webbing upper is designed to dry quickly. Emma Seymour, Good Housekeeping, 19 July 2022 And there’s no downside really to using a synthetic? Kira Bindrim, Quartz, 23 May 2022 And it’s one of the first perfumes that really leaned in hard on a synthetic called an aldehyde. Kira Bindrim, Quartz, 23 May 2022 Ghesquière loves these time-traveling mishmashes, but there was a spectacular new tension between the organic and the synthetic here. Rachel Tashjian, Harper's BAZAAR, 13 May 2022 Brown polarized lenses, crafted from a proprietary synthetic, deliver optics as sharp as ground glass: colors throb, and details jump out. Mike Steere, Outside Online, 14 May 2015 With backgrounds in the medical-device and automotive industries, respectively, the men knew that neither petroleum nor limestone were necessary to make the rubber for a wetsuit, if one used natural rubber instead of a synthetic. Gabriela Aoun, Outside Online, 23 July 2021 Most of the forces of modern life tend toward the synthetic, the presentational—virtual feelings and enactments. Peggy Noonan, WSJ, 3 Mar. 2022 See More Word History Etymology Adjective Greek synthetikos of composition, component, from syntithenai to put together First Known Use Adjective 1697, in the meaning defined at sense 1 Noun 1916, in the meaning defined above Phrases Containing synthetic synthetic division synthetic geometry synthetic resin synthetic division synthetic geometry synthetic resin Kids Definition synthetic adjective syn·thet·ic sin-ˈthe-tik : produced artificially especially by chemical means : produced by human beings synthetic diamonds Medical Definition synthetic 1 of 2 adjective syn·thet·ic sin-ˈthet-ik : of, relating to, or produced by chemical or biochemical synthesis especially : produced artificially synthetic drugs synthetic dyes synthetic 2 of 2 noun : a product (as a drug) of chemical synthesis synthetic 1 of 2 adjective 1 as in artificial produced by humans rather than natural processes that organic farm doesn't use any pesticides or synthetic fertilizers Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance artificial nonnatural man-made manufactured processed industrial mechanical refined fabricated imitation faux cultivated ersatz Antonyms & Near Antonyms natural raw crude 2 as in faux being such in appearance only and made with or manufactured from usually cheaper materials synthetic fur collars boots of waterproof synthetic leather Synonyms & Similar Words artificial faux simulated fake imitation dummy imitative false manufactured mock substitute ersatz mimic man-made counterfeit bogus designer factitious pretend sham process engineered deceptive fabricated manipulated pseudo cultured forged adulterated doctored concocted fraudulent misleading unauthentic phony juggled pinchbeck spurious phoney fudged affected feigned tampered (with) brummagem Antonyms & Near Antonyms natural real genuine authentic legitimate true bona fide pure valuable quality premium unadulterated See More synthetic 2 of 2 noun as in simulation Synonyms & Similar Words simulation shoddy swindle spoof reproduction fraud knockoff fake imposture counterfeit copy dummy facsimile brummagem gaff replica mock-up bastard duffer copycat phony forgery phoney hoax sham humbug Antonyms & Near Antonyms original
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