synchronize

verb

syn·​chro·​nize ˈsiŋ-krə-ˌnīz How to pronounce synchronize (audio)
ˈsin-
synchronized; synchronizing

intransitive verb

: to happen at the same time

transitive verb

1
: to represent or arrange (events) to indicate coincidence or coexistence
2
: to make synchronous in operation
3
: to make (motion-picture sound) exactly simultaneous with the action
synchronizer noun

Examples of synchronize in a Sentence

The dancers practiced until they synchronized their movements. The sound and picture have to synchronize perfectly.
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The shoes can synchronize to each other and are powered by battery packs in the insoles. Tim Newcomb, Forbes.com, 17 Apr. 2025 From Victoria and David Beckham’s memorable matching leather ensembles in 1999 to Britney Spears and Justin Timberlake’s iconic double denim attire in 2001, numerous stars have synchronized their wardrobes to express their relationship status. Kameryn Griesser, CNN Money, 11 Apr. 2025 The live-to-film experience will show the original 2008 movie accompanied by an onstage 12-piece ensemble of rock and orchestral musicians, who will synchronize their performance to scenes in the visual. Rania Aniftos, Billboard, 9 Apr. 2025 For example, according to Napa Valley Vintners, some growers delay pruning Merlot vines by two weeks to synchronize growth stages with Cabernet Sauvignon, its common blending partner. Jill Barth, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for synchronize

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1624, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense

Time Traveler
The first known use of synchronize was circa 1624

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“Synchronize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/synchronize. Accessed 25 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

synchronize

verb
syn·​chro·​nize ˈsiŋ-krə-ˌnīz How to pronounce synchronize (audio)
ˈsin-
synchronized; synchronizing
: to cause to agree in time
synchronize your watches

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