synergy vs understanding

synergy

noun
  • Benefits resulting from combining different groups, people, objects or processes. 

  • The cooperation of two or more nerves, muscles, organs, etc. 

  • A synonym of binding energy. 

  • The combined action of two or more drugs where the effects are stronger than their mere sum. 

understanding

noun
  • A reconciliation of differences. 

  • Opinion, judgement or outlook. 

  • An informal contract; mutual agreement. 

  • The act of one that understands or comprehends; comprehension; knowledge; discernment. 

  • Sympathy. 

  • Reason or intelligence, ability to grasp the full meaning of knowledge, ability to infer. 

adj
  • Showing compassion, tolerance, and forbearance. 

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