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.

   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 Word Forms

• nonintegrated adjective
• unintegrated adjective
• well-integrated adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of integrated¹

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

Example Sentences

The government recently announced plans for an "integrated layered air defence", along with investment in long-range precision weapons to hit enemy territory.

From BBC

The ceramicist’s art practice integrated much of the work he did before.

From Los Angeles Times

Previously, she had integrated spatial vocabulary casually into classroom by reminding children to put a basket “on” a shelf or to put their hands “behind” their back.

From Los Angeles Times

Miller-Idriss wants to see misogyny integrated into threat models used in national security — for example, included in a list of concerning behaviors.

From Salon

"We remain agile, integrated, and ready to project airpower at range."

From BBC

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