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harmonize (v.)

late 15c., "play or sing in harmony," from French harmoniser (15c.), from Old French harmonie (see harmony). Meaning "be in harmony (with), go well together" is from 1620s. Transitive sense "bring into harmony" is from 1700; figurative sense "bring into agreement" is from 1767. Meaning "add harmony to (a melody)" is from 1790. Related: Harmonized; harmonizing.

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Definitions of harmonize from WordNet

harmonize (v.)
go together;
The colors don't harmonize
Synonyms: harmonise / consort / accord / concord / fit in / agree
harmonize (v.)
write a harmony for;
Synonyms: harmonise
harmonize (v.)
sing or play in harmony;
Synonyms: harmonise
harmonize (v.)
bring (several things) into consonance or relate harmoniously;
harmonize the different interests
Synonyms: harmonise
harmonize (v.)
bring into consonance or accord;
harmonize one's goals with one's abilities
Synonyms: harmonise / reconcile
harmonize (v.)
bring into consonance, harmony, or accord while making music or singing;
Synonyms: harmonise / chord
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