harmonize

verb

har·​mo·​nize ˈhär-mə-ˌnīz How to pronounce harmonize (audio)
harmonized; harmonizing
Synonyms of harmonizenext

intransitive verb

1
: to play or sing in harmony
2
: to be in harmony

transitive verb

1
: to bring into consonance or accord
2
: to provide or accompany with harmony
harmonization noun
harmonizer noun

Examples of harmonize in a Sentence

A group of singers were harmonizing on the street corner. Their beliefs did not always harmonize. The singers harmonized their voices beautifully. a recipe that harmonizes flavors from different parts of the world The background music is not harmonized with the action on-screen.
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This structure harmonizes perfectly with XOM's current momentum—providing immediate income while leaving the door open for a significant move higher. Michael Khouw, CNBC, 15 May 2026 You’re thrust into the public eye as the sun and Mercury harmonize. Usa Today, USA Today, 14 May 2026 Fortunately, the sun and Mercury will harmonize Jupiter in Cancer on May 10 and 13, bringing an air of confidence, support and opportunities for expansion, while the Mercury cazimi in Taurus on May 14 could spark a breakthrough idea, contract or decision tied to your future success. Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 11 May 2026 The Taurus Sun harmonizes with Jupiter in your 11th House of Friendship, drawing support for bigger plans through allies, networks, and shared insight. Tarot.com, New York Daily News, 10 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for harmonize

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of harmonize was in the 15th century

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“Harmonize.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/harmonize. Accessed 16 May. 2026.

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harmonize

verb
har·​mo·​nize ˈhär-mə-ˌnīz How to pronounce harmonize (audio)
harmonized; harmonizing
1
: to play or sing in harmony
2
: to be in harmony
3
: to bring into harmony
4
: to provide or accompany with harmony
harmonization noun
harmonizer noun

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