synergy

 
Pronunciation: /ˈsɪnədʒi/
(also synergism /ˈsɪnədʒɪz(ə)m/)

noun

[mass noun]
  • the interaction or cooperation of two or more organizations, substances, or other agents to produce a combined effect greater than the sum of their separate effects: the synergy between artist and record company

Derivatives

synergetic

Pronunciation: /-ˈdʒɛtɪk/
adjective

synergic

Pronunciation: /-ˈnəːdʒɪk/
adjective

Origin:

mid 19th century: from Greek sunergos 'working together', from sun- 'together' + ergon 'work'