synthetic

合成的、人造的

This jacket is made from synthetic fibers rather than wool.

这件外套是用合成纤维制成的，不是羊毛。

不自然的、虚假的、做作的贬义

Her smile looked synthetic, as if she had rehearsed it.

她的笑容显得很做作，好像事先练习过。

综合的、综合性的正式

The report offers a synthetic view of several competing theories.

这份报告对几个相互竞争的理论提出综合性的观点。

合成物质、人造纤维常用复数

Many outdoor clothes are now made entirely of synthetics.

现在许多户外服饰完全由人造纤维制成。