synergism
[/ˈsɪnərˌdʒɪzəm/]
nounpl: synergisms
sinergismo
1. The interaction of two or more elements that produces a combined effect greater than the sum of individual elements
The synergism between the two medicines made the treatment more effective.
O sinergismo entre os dois medicamentos tornou o tratamento mais eficaz.
2. In theology, the cooperation of divine grace and human free will in salvation
Different religious traditions have debated the concept of synergism for centuries.
Diferentes tradições religiosas debatem o conceito de sinergismo há séculos.
3. In pharmacology, the interaction of two substances that increases the effect of one or both
The synergism of alcohol and sedatives can be dangerous.
O sinergismo do álcool e dos sedativos pode ser perigoso.
In Brazilian business culture, 'sinergismo' is widely used in corporate settings and marketing strategies to describe teamwork and combined efforts. In the USA, 'synergism' and 'synergy' are frequently used in corporate jargon, particularly in tech and consulting industries. The term has gained popularity in modern management philosophy emphasizing collaborative outcomes.
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