synchronize

verb

syn·​chro·​nize ˈsiŋ-krə-ˌnīz 

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

Synonyms

• accompany
• coincide
• coexist

Examples of synchronize in a Sentence

The dancers practiced until they synchronized their movements.

The sound and picture have to synchronize perfectly.

Recent Examples on the Web

Their supply chain is synchronized like a symphony [with] real-time visibility, precision and contingency actions. —Sarah Jones, Sourcing Journal, 7 July 2025

Centralized Backup System Once it’s set up and initially synchronized with the host device, the F4 SSD can be used to centralize the backup of photos and videos, file sharing and multi-device content synchronization. —Mark Sparrow, Forbes.com, 6 July 2025

The fireworks show, synchronized with the Nashville Symphony, will take place from 9:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. on July 4. —Audrey Gibbs, The Tennessean, 3 July 2025

Physical activity can help synchronize the body’s circadian rhythms, particularly when combined with exposure to natural light. —Preston Fore, Fortune, 2 July 2025

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1624, in the meaning defined at intransitive sense

Rhymes for synchronize

• advertise
• aggrandize
• agonize
• alibis
• alkalies
• alkalis
• amortize
• amplifies
• analyse
• analyze
• anywise
• authorize

Kids Definition

synchronize

verb

syn·​chro·​nize ˈsiŋ-krə-ˌnīz 

ˈsin-

synchronized; synchronizing

: to cause to agree in time

synchronize your watches