part of speech: noun
Sentence from text: In a way reminiscent of the tight synergy between mathematics and physics, science questions beget new technology and new technology begets new science.
Definition 1: SYNERGISM broadly : combined action or operation 2: a mutually advantageous conjunction or compatibility of distinct business participants or elements (such as resources or efforts)
Synonyms: synergism, collaboration, cooperation, coordination, teamwork, collegiality, fellowship, partnership, community, mutualism, reciprocity, symbiosis, communion, cooperativeness, kinship, oneness, solidarity, togetherness, unity
Antyonyms: noncooperation
Other forms of word: synergies
My sentence: A synergy has developed among the different groups working on this project.
First known use: 1632
History and Etymology: New Latin synergia, from Greek synergos working together