synectics

[ si-nek-tiks ]

noun(used with a singular verb)

the study of creative processes, especially as applied to the solution of problems by a group of diverse individuals.

Origin of synectics

1960–65; synect(ic) continuous, (of a cause) direct (<Late Latin synecticus coherent <Greek synektikós, equivalent to synéch(ein) (see synechia) + -tikos-tic) + -ics

Other words from synectics

syn·ec·tic, adjective
syn·ec·ti·cal·ly, adverb

Words Nearby synectics

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British Dictionary definitions for synectics

synectics

/ (sɪˈnɛktɪks) /

noun

(functioning as singular) a method of identifying and solving problems that depends on creative thinking, the use of analogy, and informal conversation among a small group of individuals with diverse experience and expertise

Origin of synectics

C20: from syn- + ecto- + -ics, in the sense: working together from outside

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