synchronizes
Matches in rhythm
Synchronizes means to cause things to happen or operate at the same time or rate.
Clocks synchronize when set to identical time.
Devices synchronize when they exchange data to match their contents: My phone synchronizes with my calendar automatically.
Swimmers synchronize their movements in choreographed routines.
The word implies coordination—bringing separate elements into alignment or harmony.
Directs complex coordination
- integratesCombines into unified whole
- coordinatesLocation-specifying number pairs
- alignsArranges into proper position
- meshesInterlocks or harmonizes
interlocks · unifies · harmonizes · correlates · reconciles · interweaves · converges · consolidates
Adjustable beat-marking device
- tempoRate of musical performance
- rhythmPatterned stress and silence
- beatRhythmic pulse or strike
- clockworkSpring-driven gear system
schedule · pacing · cadence · syncopation · timer · countdown · oscillation · periodicity
Happening at once
- simultaneousHappening at same time
- coexistingExisting at once
- coincidingOccurring at same time
- contemporaneousExisting at same time
parallel · overlapping · together · concomitant · real-time · lockstep · coterminous
Adjusts for accuracy
- configuresAdjusts for specific use
- updatesNewly provided information
- refreshesRenews or reinvigorates
- mirrorsReflective glass surfaces
replicates · uploads · downloads · handshakes · clocks · buffers · timestamps · protocols
orchestrates
Directs complex coordination
- integratesCombines into unified whole
- coordinatesLocation-specifying number pairs
- alignsArranges into proper position
meshes · interlocks · unifies · harmonizes · correlates · reconciles · interweaves · converges · consolidates · parallels
metronome
Adjustable beat-marking device
clockwork · schedule · pacing · cadence · syncopation · timer · countdown · oscillation · periodicity · frequency
concurrent
Happening at once
- simultaneousHappening at same time
- coexistingExisting at once
- coincidingOccurring at same time
contemporaneous · parallel · overlapping · together · concomitant · real-time · lockstep · coterminous
calibrates
Adjusts for accuracy
- configuresAdjusts for specific use
- updatesNewly provided information
- refreshesRenews or reinvigorates
mirrors · replicates · uploads · downloads · handshakes · clocks · buffers · timestamps · protocols · databases
synchronizesstaggers
Moves with unsteady gait
desynchronizes · offsets · alternates · sequences · delays
synchronizesdesynchronizes
Loses matched timing
misaligns · disrupts · disorganizes · disconnects · decouples
- synchronized divingSimultaneous twin platform sport
- data synchronizationAligning information across systems
- synchronized swimmersAquatic athletes performing coordinated routines
- synchronized swimmingChoreographed aquatic team sport
- synchronized skatingGroup ice choreography
- synchronized movementsActions performed in tandem
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