SYNERGY Synonyms: 20 Similar and Opposite Words

synergy

noun

Definition of synergy

as in partnership

the increased effectiveness that results when two or more people or businesses work together A synergy has developed among the different groups working on this project.

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noncooperation

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Recent Examples of synergy During Jagdishan's tenure, HDFC Bank completed a $40 billion takeover of the country's largest mortgage lender, the synergies from which are yet to be fully realized, as per analysts. — Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026 The heritage brand and millennial popstar share a nostalgic synergy and undeniable, enduring impact. — Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 31 Aug. 2026 The merger raised a number of questions about synergies, particularly on the distribution side of the business. — K.j. Yossman, Variety, 27 Aug. 2026 The synergy requirement remains, and so does the arithmetic behind the job losses. — Joseph M. Singer, HollywoodReporter, 25 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for synergy

Recent Examples of Synonyms for synergy

Noun

The Athletic reported in May that it was estimated the Betway partnership would be worth in excess of £18m, among the highest of its kind in football in terms of a single partner.

— Laurie Whitwell, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
This marks the continuation of the long-standing partnership, which is continually evolving in line with the changing requirements of the maritime environment, according to a press release.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 7 Sep. 2026

Definition of partnership

Noun

That’s where the constant collaboration with Daniel was critical.

— Beren Cross, New York Times, 11 Sep. 2026
Lockheed Martin said the collaboration will combine its work in quantum sensing and additive manufacturing with IBM’s capabilities in quantum computing and AI.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of collaboration

Noun

At the separate meetings with Hun Sen and Hun Manet, Min Aung Hlaing emphasized that Myanmar was working to strengthen cooperation within ASEAN, MRTV said.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 12 Sep. 2026
At the forefront are Iran-India relations, with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Prime Minister Narendra Modi likely to highlight trade, connectivity, energy cooperation and regional developments.

— Kyra Colah, FOXNews.com, 11 Sep. 2026

Definition of cooperation

Noun

Successfully completing such projects requires close coordination between the shipbuilder, navy and wider defence-industrial ecosystem.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 7 Sep. 2026
Overdosing on the drug can cause extreme drowsiness, confusion, impaired coordination, decreased reflexes, respiratory depression, coma and possible death.

— Natasha Holt, FOXNews.com, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of coordination

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