An Etymological Dictionary of Astronomy and Astrophysics

The working together or simultaneous action of separate elements or agencies when the result is greater than the sum of the individual effects or capabilities.

Etymology (EN): From Mod.L. synergia, from Gk. synergia “joint work, help,” from synergos “working together,” related to synergein “to work together, help another,” from → syn- “together” + → ergon, → work, → erg.

Etymology (PE): Hamkâru&#382i, from ham- “together,” → syn-,

• kâru&#382, → energy, + -i noun suffix.