Word
harmonized
Phoneticshar·mo·nized, stress on the first syllable
/ˈhɑɹməˌnaɪzd/
UK spelling · harmonised
Definition
v. to make different things match or work well together. You use it when rules, plans, or music parts are brought into agreement.
v. to bring distinct elements, such as laws, standards, or musical parts, into agreement or consistent function.
Examples
“They have harmonized their daily schedules to avoid conflicts.”
“After the merger, the two firms harmonized their pay policies so staff in both offices follow the same rules.”
“Although each member state kept its own legal tradition, the new directive harmonized key consumer protections to create a more predictable single market.”
Examples
simple
“They have harmonized their daily schedules to avoid conflicts.”
contextual
“After the merger, the two firms harmonized their pay policies so staff in both offices follow the same rules.”
complex
“Although each member state kept its own legal tradition, the new directive harmonized key consumer protections to create a more predictable single market.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “harmonized” in context.
Verb
01. harmonize policy
“Finance ministers met to harmonize policies on corporate taxation.”
verb + noun
02. harmonize regulation
“The bloc agreed to harmonize regulations on food safety labelling.”
verb + noun
03. harmonize standard
“Manufacturers must harmonize standards to sell across different markets.”
verb + noun
04. harmonize with
“The new curriculum was harmonized with international benchmarks.”
verb + prep
Adjective
05. closely harmonize
“Regulators worked to closely harmonize banking supervision rules.”
adv + verb
06. fully harmonize
“EU members voted to fully harmonize customs duties by next year.”
adv + verb
Noun
07. harmonize across system
“Engineers harmonized updates across systems to avoid compatibility errors.”
verb + prep + noun
08. harmonize within market
“The company harmonized prices within markets to prevent unfair competition.”
verb + prep + noun
09. closely harmonize monetary policies
“Central banks need to closely harmonize monetary policies.”
10. fully harmonize tax regulations
“Member states plan to fully harmonize tax regulations by 2028.”
11. harmonize laws across member states
“The commission proposed to harmonize laws across member states.”
12. harmonize standards across borders
“The agency helps harmonize safety standards across borders.”
Usage
The verb is transitive and takes a direct object, often followed by 'with' to show what is matched.
Related words
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- C1 · Advanced
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