assimilates

verb

Definition of assimilatesnext
present tense third-person singular of assimilate
1
as in compares
to describe as similar assimilated the 19th-century American captains of industry and commerce to the medieval barons who exorbitantly taxed shipping along the Rhine

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2
as in understands
to have a clear idea of still trying to assimilate the doctor's diagnosis of my heart condition

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3
as in integrates
to make a part of a body or system social workers will need time to assimilate the new arrivals into the community

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Recent Examples of Synonyms for assimilates
  1. compares
  2. understands
  3. integrates
  4. incorporates
  5. recognizes
  6. sees
  7. grasps
  8. appreciates
Verb
  • That compares with General Motors, up 55%, and Ford Motor, off 9%, during that time frame.
    Michael Wayland, CNBC, 10 Dec. 2024
  • This compares with an increase of about 60% for the S&P 500 over this roughly four-year period.
    Trefis Team, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Definition of compares
Verb
  • Swift understands that stardom isn't a solo pursuit.
    William Arruda, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • More than four months on, however, Deadline understands the police force has made little progress.
    Jake Kanter, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of understands
Verb
  • Organizations should look for a database that integrates chargemaster, clinical and quality RWD data from thousands of sites.
    Premier Contributor, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Look for a platform that integrates seamlessly with existing core banking systems, enabling smooth interaction between digital assets and traditional finance.
    Lior Lamesh, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of integrates
Verb
  • The main living area is outfitted with a fireplace, the retro-style kitchen incorporates flat-front cabinets and a large deck provides unobstructed views over the rugged landscape.
    Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Each bot is tied to an outcome and incorporates specific features, including contextual understanding and escalation capabilities.
    Melody Brue, Forbes, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of incorporates
Verb
  • Participants assume the life of someone else, in another country, where no one recognizes them.
    Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 11 Dec. 2024
  • If anyone has any information or recognizes the suspects, they are asked to contact NYPD Crime Stoppers at 1-800-577-TIPS(8477).
    Joseph Epstein, Newsweek, 10 Dec. 2024
Definition of recognizes
Verb
  • The Mail app sees new categorization options and more.
    David Phelan, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
  • Posen sees GapStudio almost like a couture house.
    Irina Aleksander, Vogue, 11 Dec. 2024
Definition of sees
Verb
  • Soaring crime Meanwhile, there’s no sign that Thao grasps the full significance of, and economic fallout from, the city’s crime, which surged last year to levels far higher than at any time in the past two decades.
    East Bay Times editorial, The Mercury News, 10 Oct. 2024
  • In strategic communication, repeating core elements ensures your audience grasps the essence of your message.
    Sherzod Odilov, Forbes, 8 Oct. 2024
Definition of grasps
Verb
  • Best Gifts for Teens Our shopping writer has worn Oprah’s favorite press-on nails for years and appreciates the design and shape variety, as well as the easy application and longevity of the nails.
    Madison Yauger, People.com, 8 Dec. 2024
  • Look for a buyer who understands and appreciates your community’s unique mission and members.
    Lien De Pau, Forbes, 4 Dec. 2024
Definition of appreciates
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