AGGLUTINATION Synonyms: 17 Similar and Opposite Words

agglutination

noun

Definition of agglutination

as in cohesion

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Recent Examples of agglutination If the patient is already infected with Proteus, then the same agglutination will occur when the Weil-Felix test is administered, and the patient will naturally test positive. — Rebecca Kreston, Discover Magazine, 31 May 2016

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Noun

If your leadership discussions consistently and quickly end in consensus, that is not a sign of cohesion.

— Tracy Lawrence, Forbes.com, 2 July 2026
If common national culture were the crucial glue for team cohesion, the USMNT would be in disarray.

— Michael Morris, Time, 1 July 2026

Definition of cohesion

Noun

The tight stitching prevented clumping, and the comforter showed minimal wear after six months of use.

— Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 25 June 2026
Let the mint dry before freezing, as freezing when the leaves are wet raises the risk of freezer burn and clumping.

— Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 22 June 2026

Definition of clumping

Noun

Bed adhesion was excellent on both smooth and textured PEI surfaces without requiring adhesives for standard materials.

— Michael Lydick, PC Magazine, 27 June 2026
Cell-surface glycans influence everything from receptor signaling and immune recognition to adhesion and trafficking.

— KJ Dhaliwal, Forbes.com, 26 June 2026

Definition of adhesion

Noun

An additional picture saw Schumer bonding with her son, who sat behind her on the same jet ski.

— Hannah Malach, InStyle, 6 July 2026
Minimalism may have its place, but in a doomscrolling world that’s desperate for deeper connection, games tables are turning design into a bonding experience.

— Megan Johnson, Architectural Digest, 6 July 2026

Definition of bonding

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