1. Verb
To bring several ideas together into one explanation.
To combine information or ideas from multiple sources into a coherent whole.
“The review synthesises evidence from twenty studies.”
2. Verb
To bring several sources together to show the overall picture.
To combine ideas or evidence from multiple sources into a coherent new account. Go beyond listing sources by identifying patterns, differences and implications.
“The review synthesises qualitative and quantitative evidence.”
Go beyond listing sources by identifying patterns, differences and implications
3. Verb
combine so as to form a more complex, product; "his operas synthesize music and drama in perfect harmony"; "The liver synthesizes vitamins"
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