asynchronous

adjective

asyn·​chro·​nous (ˌ)ā-ˈsiŋ-krə-nəs 

-ˈsin-

1

: not simultaneous or concurrent in time : not synchronous

asynchronous sound

2

: of, used in, or being digital (see digital sense 4) communication (as between computers) in which there is no timing requirement for transmission and in which the start of each character is individually signaled by the transmitting device

asynchronously adverb

Examples of asynchronous in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

True freedom isn't a future milestone; it's built from day one by designing for mobility, choosing clients who respect boundaries, building self-sufficient systems, mastering asynchronous communication, and pricing for a location-independent lifestyle. —Jodie Cook, Forbes.com, 11 Sep. 2025

The front axle uses an asynchronous motor, with an electrically excited synchronous motor at the rear axle providing most of the power. —Jonathan M. Gitlin, ArsTechnica, 5 Sep. 2025

His asynchronous accountability system keeps leaders supported between sessions. —Matthew Kayser, USA Today, 28 Aug. 2025

Educators interested in incorporating the new curriculum into their lessons can also attend a one-hour asynchronous professional development course that starts on August 18, 2025. —Sarah Scott, Parents, 18 Aug. 2025

Word History

Etymology

see synchronous

First Known Use

1748, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing asynchronous

• asynchronous transfer mode

Rhymes for asynchronous

• geosynchronous
• synchronous