synthetically (C1)

adverb

Pronunciation: /sɪnˈθetɪkli/

Definition

In a way that is created by chemical synthesis rather than occurring naturally.

Examples

• The perfume's scent was created synthetically using a blend of chemicals.

• Many modern medicines are produced synthetically to ensure purity and consistency.

• This fabric feels soft, but it's made synthetically from recycled plastic bottles.

Synonyms of synthetically

Words with a similar meaning to synthetically:

• artificially
• man-made
• fabricated
• manufactured

Antonyms of synthetically

Words with the opposite meaning to synthetically:

• naturally
• organically

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