SYNCHRONIC Synonyms: 22 Similar and Opposite Words

synchronic

adjective

sin-ˈkrä-nik

Definition of synchronic

as in synchronous

existing or occurring at the same period of time to musical accompaniment, the swimmers' synchronic movements form a kaleidoscope of artistic patterns

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Recent Examples of synchronic For his last runway collection, unveiled in September, Michele constructed a parallel universe of side-by-side shows separated by a wall that when lifted revealed twins in identical looks in synchronic stride. — Colleen Barry, Fortune, 24 Nov. 2022

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North Carolina is also home to synchronous fireflies, another bioluminescent species that lights up on land.

— Charlotte Observer, Charlotte Observer, 12 Aug. 2026
Satellites operating in sun-synchronous orbit receive steady solar energy, providing a consistent power source without depending on Earth’s electrical grid.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of synchronous

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Accelerating human evolution coincident with the development of agriculture increased redheadedness and decreased male-pattern baldness.

— Ann Manov, Harpers Magazine, 23 June 2026
In a separate announcement, but with coincident timing, WestJet also announced a stopover plan in Calgary.

— Don Tse, Forbes.com, 23 June 2026

Definition of coincident

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The Bell Jar Tracing the tangle of a new job in New York City and the simultaneous onrush of clinical depression, The Bell Jar brings the interior world of central character Esther Greenwood into stunning relief.

— Caroline Rogers, Southern Living, 22 Aug. 2026
There is a theoretical possibility that a team taking too long over five simultaneous substitutions could be forced to play with six for a while, which could be fun.

— Graham Scott, New York Times, 20 Aug. 2026

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