SYNERGISM Synonyms: 20 Similar and Opposite Words

synergism

noun

Definition of synergism

as in synergy

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noncooperation

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Recent Examples of synergism The synergism means less fuel consumed, and less friction reducer needed to lower frac pumping pressure. — Ian Dexter Palmer, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025 The Quality Edit offers a synergism that benefits brands and propels The Quality Edit into its own digital publication category. — Kyle J. Russell, USA TODAY, 20 Apr. 2024

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Noun

Grab plans to retain Atome's management team, while the period between the two stages will give the companies time to work on potential synergies, Oey said.

— Jenny Lee, CNBC, 16 Sep. 2026
Cross-selling and synergies need ownership and accountability.

— Robert Gauvreau, Forbes.com, 14 Sep. 2026

Definition of synergy

Noun

The ongoing conflict that has driven people from their homes in Iran as well as an internet shutdown and a lack of full cooperation from the two governments partially impeded the team's efforts to get information.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 18 Sep. 2026
The party has always ruled out any cooperation with the far-right — refusing to consider entering into a coalition government with the AfD or using votes from its lawmakers to get legislation passed.

— Anna Noryskiewicz, CBS News, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of cooperation

Noun

Let agents manage preparation, monitoring, first drafts and coordination, and reserve for yourself the work a model cannot touch.

— Lital Marom, Forbes.com, 22 Sep. 2026
These often work in coordination with flying drones such as Russian Geran drones that provide aerial reconnaissance and can boost communication between drone operators and drone boats, Sutton explained.

— Jeremy Hsu, ArsTechnica, 21 Sep. 2026

Definition of coordination

Noun

The Elf Experience will offer a range of merchandise, such as apparel, accessories, toys, treats and artist collaborations.

— Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 17 Sep. 2026
The sculpture came about through a collaboration between the Sigg Art Foundation, Pantheon Art, and Fonderia Artistica Battaglia in Milan.

— Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 17 Sep. 2026

Definition of collaboration

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