integrated

[ in-ti-grey-tid ]

adjective

1. combining or coordinating separate elements so as to provide a harmonious, interrelated whole:

   an integrated plot; an integrated course of study.

2. organized or structured so that constituent units function cooperatively:

   an integrated economy.

3. having, including, or serving members of different racial, religious, and ethnic groups as equals: Compare segregated.

   an integrated school.

4. Sociology. of or relating to a group or society whose members interact on the basis of commonly held norms or values.
5. Psychology. characterized by integration.

integrated

/ ˈɪntɪˌɡreɪtɪd /

adjective

1. characterized by integration
2. denoting a works which combines various processes normally carried out at different locations

   an integrated steelworks

3. biology denoting a virus the DNA of which is incorporated into the chromosomes of the host cell

Other Words From

• non·inte·grated adjective
• un·inte·grated adjective
• well-inte·grated adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of integrated¹

First recorded in 1580–90; integrate + -ed ²

Example Sentences

A suite of agricultural techniques called integrated pest management combines biological, chemical and mechanical controls to sustainably manage pests.

From Science Daily

MR headsets enable users to effortlessly view and interact with both the real world and 3D models integrated within it, using devices such as the Microsoft HoloLens 2 and the Meta Quest Pro.

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The "integrated stress response" acts much like a generator in a hurricane, keeping the cell barely functioning until it can recover from the stressor and restore full functionality.

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He pledged to create an integrated transport system and said his success would be measured by a reduction in people needing to use a car.

From BBC

"Whether it's possible to have integrated scenarios that maintain a high-grade fusion plasma with these specific flows of excess fuel and ash from the plasma needs to be determined," Schwartz said.

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Related Words

• unified