harmonize

verb

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

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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Warm colors and architectural paneling harmonize the two floors, while ceramics by Martin and textiles repurposed from Wilkinson’s film projects—including fabric from Aladdin—layer the home with stories. Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 3 Oct. 2025 Use its placement in your chart to find out how to embrace the lunar phases and reduce stresses by harmonizing with its rhythms. Lisa Stardust, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2025 On October 13, Venus enters Libra and brings with it charm, diplomacy, and the energy to harmonize relationships. Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2025 In astrology, Libra opens the door to the second half of the zodiac wheel, embarking on a journey where we are presented with the opportunity to connect, harmonize and expand intellectually with another individual, outside of ourselves. Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 22 Sep. 2025 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 5 Oct. 2025.

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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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