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Integration

UK /["/ˌɪntɪˈɡreɪʃn/"]/US /["/ˌɪntɪˈɡreɪʃn/"]/

Definition

the act or process of combining two or more things so that they work together

In simple words: The process of combining things to work together.

Examples

  • The integration of new software into the company's existing system was seamless.
  • Cultural integration is important for building harmonious communities.
  • The integration of immigrant populations requires careful policy planning.
  • In mathematics, integration is the process of finding the integral of a function.
  • The integration by parts method is useful for solving complex integrals.
  • Integration testing in software development ensures that different modules work together properly.
  • Successful integration of various data sources improves the accuracy of business analytics.
  • Mathematical integration is fundamental in physics for calculating areas under curves.

Usage notes

Commonly used in business, technology, and psychology contexts. Avoid using in casual conversations, as it may seem overly technical.

Grammar pattern

integration + of + object

Memory hint

Think of 'in' + 'together' — when things come in together.

Collocations

  • true
  • complete
  • full
  • degree
  • level
  • achieve
  • bring about
  • accelerate
  • integration between
  • integration into
  • integration with
  • a move towards/​toward integration
  • a need for integration
  • a process of integration
  • true
  • complete
  • full
  • degree
  • level
  • achieve
  • bring about
  • accelerate
  • integration between
  • integration into
  • integration with
  • a move towards/​toward integration
  • a need for integration
  • a process of integration

Synonyms

  • combination
  • merger
  • unification
  • amalgamation
  • consolidation

Antonyms

  • segregation
  • division

Common mistakes

  • Confusing 'integration' with 'segregation'.
  • Using 'integrate' incorrectly as a noun instead of a verb.
  • Not clarifying what is being integrated.