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â¢ SYNERGISTIC (adjective). The adjective SYNERGISTIC has 3 senses: 1. used especially of drugs or muscles that work together so the total effect is greater than the sum of the two (or more). 2. of or relating to the theological doctrine of synergism. 3. working together; used especially of groups, as subsidiaries of a corporation, cooperating for an enhanced effect. Familiarity information: SYNERGISTIC used as an adjective is uncommon.
Dialectic or dialectics (Greek: Î´Î¹Î±Î»ÎµÎºÏÎ¹ÎºÎ®, dialektiká¸), also known as the dialectical method, is a discourse between two or more people holding different points of view about a subject but wishing to establish the truth through reasoned arguments. The term dialectic is not synonymous with the term debate. While in theory debaters are not necessarily emotionally invested in their point of view, in practice debaters frequently display an emotional commitment that may cloud rational judgment.