integrated

American  

[in-ti-grey-tid] / ˈɪn tɪˌgreɪ tɪd /

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.

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integrated British  

/ 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

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Other Word Forms

• nonintegrated adjective
• unintegrated adjective
• well-integrated adjective

Etymology

Origin of integrated

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

Example Sentences

Like any other hive mind, the Others have a biological imperative to assimilate the immune, whether the immune wants to be integrated or not.

From Salon

The researchers are now working on fully integrated photonic circuits that combine frequency generation, filtering, and pulse shaping on a single chip.

From Science Daily

"We are reducing complexity, focusing the downstream on our leading integrated businesses, and accelerating delivery of our plan," she added.

From BBC

Unlike other programs, however, the U.A.E.’s doesn’t offer a path to citizenship, which means even these long-term visa holders are rarely fully integrated into local society, the report said.

From Barron's

Under the deal, the Kurds' civil and military institutions should be integrated into the central government by year end.

From Barron's

Related Words

• unified