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Meaning of asynchronous
The primary meaning of "asynchronous" refers to not occurring or done at the same time, or not having a regular or synchronized rhythm.
Etymology of asynchronous
The word "asynchronous" comes from the Greek words "a-" (meaning "not" or "without") and "synchronos" (meaning "simultaneous" or "occurring at the same time")
The term has been used in English since the mid-19th century to describe processes or events that do not occur at the same time or have a synchronized rhythm
Synonyms
non-simultaneous
staggered
uneven
uncoordinated
out-of-sync
offbeat
irregular
intermittent
sporadic
episodic
periodic
sequential
non-sequential
disordered
unordered
disconnected
unconnected
detached
separate
independent
standalone
self-contained
autonomous
non-real-time
delayed
time-shifted
offline
disconnected
disjointed
fragmented
patchy
spasmodic
fitful
irregular
aperiodic
non-periodic
unsynchronized
unynchronized
desynchronized
Definitions
- Not occurring or done at the same time; not synchronized
- (Of a process or system) not having a regular or synchronized rhythm
- (Of a communication or interaction) not occurring in real-time, with a delay between sending and receiving information
Usage Examples
- The asynchronous nature of online learning allows students to complete coursework at their own pace
- Asynchronous communication, such as email or text messaging, can be convenient but may lack the immediacy of real-time interaction
- The asynchronous processing of data allows the system to handle multiple tasks simultaneously without delay
Antonyms
synchronous
simultaneous
coordinated
unified
integrated
connected
joined
linked
coupled
paired
matched
harmonized
synchronized
timed
scheduled
planned
organized
methodical
systematic
rhythmic
periodic
regular
steady
consistent
uniform
even
symmetrical