About Synectics

Did you know that the word Synectics is in the dictionary?!!!

syn-ec·tics \ si-'nek-tiks \ n pl but usu sing in constr [perh. fr. Gk synektiktein to bring forth together (fr. syn- + ektiktein to bring forth, fr. ex- out + tiktein to beget) + E -s (as in dialectics) - more at EX·THANE]: A theory or system of problem-stating and problem-solution based on creative thinking that involves free use of metaphor and analogy in informal interchange within a carefully selected group of individuals of diverse personality and areas of specialization.

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