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1. (n.) synergism
the interaction of elements that when combined produce a total effect that is greater than the sum of the individual elements, contributions, etc.
2. synergism
the joint action of agents, as drugs, that when taken together increase each other's effectiveness
Etymology: (1755–65; < NL synergismus < Gk synerg(ós) working together (syn-syn - +-ergos, adj. der. of érgonwork ) + NL -ismus -ism)
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Princeton's WordNet |
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1. (noun) synergy, synergism
the working together of two things (muscles or drugs for example) to produce an effect greater than the sum of their individual effects
2. (noun) synergism
the theological doctrine that salvation results from the interaction of human will and divine grace
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Webster Dictionary |
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1. (noun) synergism
the doctrine or theory, attributed to Melanchthon, that in the regeneration of a human soul there is a cooperation, or joint agency, on the part both of God and of man
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The Nuttall Encyclopedia |
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1. synergism
the theological doctrine that divine grace requires a correspondent action of the human will to render it effective, a doctrine defended by Melanchthon when he ascribes to the will the "power of seeking grace," the term "synergy" meaning co-operation.
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