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synchronous

[ˈsɪŋkrənəs]

synchronous Definition

  • 1existing or occurring at the same time
  • 2moving or operating at the same rate and exactly together

Using synchronous: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "synchronous" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The dancers moved in synchronous steps.

  • Example

    The two clocks were synchronous.

  • Example

    The audio and video were not synchronous.

synchronous Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with synchronous

  • a type of online learning where students and instructors interact in real-time, such as through video conferencing

    Example

    Due to the pandemic, many schools have shifted to synchronous learning.

  • an AC motor that rotates at a constant speed that is synchronized with the frequency of the supply current

    Example

    Synchronous motors are commonly used in industrial applications.

  • an orbit where the satellite's period of rotation matches the Earth's rotation, allowing it to remain over the same location on the Earth's surface

    Example

    Geostationary satellites are placed in synchronous orbit.

Origins of synchronous

from Greek 'syn-' meaning 'together' and 'khronos' meaning 'time'

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Summary: synchronous in Brief

The term 'synchronous' [ˈsɪŋkrənəs] refers to things that exist or occur at the same time, or move or operate at the same rate and exactly together. Examples include dancers moving in synchronous steps, or two clocks being synchronous. The term extends into phrases like 'synchronous learning,' which involves real-time interaction between students and instructors, and 'synchronous motor,' which is an AC motor that rotates at a constant speed synchronized with the frequency of the supply current.