| 释义 |
syn·op·tic
I. \-ptik, -ptēk\ adjective
also syn·op·ti·cal \p-tə̇kəl, -ptēk-\
Etymology: Greek synoptikos, from synoptos (verbal of synopsesthai) + -ikos -ic, -ical
1. : affording a general view of a whole
< synoptic presentation of a physical theory >
2. : manifesting or characterized by comprehensiveness or breadth of view
< synoptic genius of Shakespeare >
3.
a. : affording, presenting, or taking the same or common view
b. often capitalized : of or relating to the first three Gospels of the New Testament as being distinguished from the fourth by their many agreements in subject, order, and language
< the synoptic Gospels >
< synoptic sayings >
4. : relating to or displaying atmospheric and weather conditions as they exist simultaneously over a broad area
< synoptic study of polar air masses >
< synoptic chart >
• syn·op·ti·cal·ly \-ptə̇k(ə)lē, -ptēk-, -li\ adverb
II. noun
(-s)
Usage: often capitalized
: any of the synoptic Gospels |