Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
more-greater-than-the-sum-of-its-parts
phrase
mɔr ˈɡreɪtər ðən ðə sʌm ʌv ɪts pɑrts
Definition
An expression or concept indicating that a whole can be more powerful or effective than the simple addition of its individual components.
Examples
- The team worked seamlessly together, proving that they were more-greater-than-the-sum-of-its-parts.
- In partnerships, the ideas generated can be more-greater-than-the-sum-of-its-parts, leading to innovation.
Meaning
This phrase is used to describe situations in which collaboration or interaction leads to a result that surpasses what each element could achieve alone.
Synonyms
- synergy
- collaboration advantage
- complementarity
