Asynchronous

Pronunciation: /ˈeɪˈsɪŋkrənəs/

Asynchronous (adjective)

  1. Describes events that do not occur at the same time or are not synchronized.
  2. Refers to processes that operate independently and do not rely on each other to function.

Examples

  • The two events are asynchronous and do not overlap.
  • The devices are asynchronous and require adjustments.

Common collocations: asynchronous communication, asynchronous learning, asynchronous processes, asynchronous signals

Synonyms of Asynchronous

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Asynchronous

  • — Describes events that occur at the same time.