Integrated

Definition

Having different parts working together as a unit.

Parts of Speech

• Adjective
• Verb (Past Tense and Past Participle of "Integrate")

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈɪntəˌɡreɪtɪd/
• Respelling: IN-tuh-gray-tid (with "IN" as in "tin," "tuh" as in "sofa," "gray" as in "say," and "tid" as in "did")

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈɪntɪˌɡreɪtɪd/
• Respelling: IN-ti-gray-tid (with "IN" as in "tin," "ti" as in "sit," "gray" as in "say," and "tid" as in "did")

In both dialects, "integrated" places the primary stress on the first syllable, "IN." The American pronunciation includes "tuh" while the British pronunciation includes "ti," focusing on the clear articulation of "IN-tuh-gray-tid" (American) and "IN-ti-gray-tid" (British).

Etymology

Derived from Latin integratus, which is the past participle of integrare meaning "to make whole". It directly stems from the verb "integrate", which means to combine one thing with another so they become a whole.

Derivatives

• Integrate (verb)
• Integration (noun)
• Integrative (adjective)
• Integrator (noun)
• Integrally (adverb)

Synonyms

• Unified
• Combined
• Merged

Antonyms

• Separate
• Disintegrated
• Isolated

Usage

"Integrated" is commonly used in various contexts, including technology, education, business, and social structures, to describe the harmonious combination of different elements.

Related Terms

• Cohesive
• Integration
• Holistic
• Merge
• Blend

Detailed Definition

Adjective

• Integrated (Adjective, General): Combining or coordinating different parts into a unified whole.
  • Example: "The company implemented an integrated marketing strategy that included social media, email campaigns, and traditional advertising."

• Integrated (Adjective, Technology): Referring to a system where various components work together seamlessly.
  • Example: "The integrated software suite allows for efficient data management and communication between departments."

• Integrated (Adjective, Social): Describing a society or community where people of different races, ethnicities, or backgrounds are included and treated equally.
  • Example: "The school promotes an integrated environment where all students feel welcome and valued."

Verb (Past Tense and Past Participle of "Integrate")

• Integrated (Verb): Past tense and past participle of the verb "integrate," meaning to combine parts into a whole.
  • Example: "The architect integrated sustainable materials into the building's design."

Note: "Integrated" often describes systems or methods that are cohesive and unified. In technical realms, it can refer to devices that have combined multiple functions or components. In social contexts, it reflects a mix or unity of various groups.