syn·er·gy
(s n  r-j )
n. pl. syn·er·gies
1. The interaction of two or more agents or forces so
that their combined effect is greater than the sum of their individual
effects.
2. Cooperative interaction among groups, especially
among the acquired subsidiaries or merged parts of a corporation, that creates
an enhanced combined effect.
[From Greek sunergi
 , cooperation, from
sunergos, working together; see
synergism.] |
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Todd could not get excited about the synergy of a large investment firm.
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