/ Dictionary / Index S synthetic cubism: Meaning and Definition of Find definitions for: synthet'ic cub'ism Pronunciation: [key] — Fine Arts. (sometimes caps.)Fine Arts. the late phase of cubism, characterized chiefly by an increased use of color and the imitation or introduction of a wide range of textures and material into painting. Cf. Random House Unabridged Dictionary, Copyright © 1997, by Random House, Inc., on Infoplease. synthetic synthetic detergent Related Content Daily Word Quiz: paradox Analogy of the Day: Today’s Analogy Spelling Bee: Today’s Spelling Bee Frequently Misspelled Words Frequently Mispronounced Words Easily Confused Words Writing & Language