amalgamate

verb

ə-ˈmal-gə-ˌmāt How to pronounce amalgamate (audio)
Definition of amalgamatenext
as in to combine
to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout silver amalgamated with mercury is used for tooth fillings

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How is the word amalgamate different from other verbs like it?

Some common synonyms of amalgamate are blend, coalesce, commingle, fuse, merge, mingle, and mix. While all these words mean "to combine into a more or less uniform whole," amalgamate implies the forming of a close union without complete loss of individual identities.

refugees who were readily amalgamated into the community

When is it sensible to use blend instead of amalgamate?

While in some cases nearly identical to amalgamate, blend implies that the elements as such disappear in the resulting mixture.

blended several teas to create a balanced flavor

When would coalesce be a good substitute for amalgamate?

The words coalesce and amalgamate are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, coalesce implies an affinity in the merging elements and usually a resulting organic unity.

telling details that coalesce into a striking portrait

When is commingle a more appropriate choice than amalgamate?

Although the words commingle and amalgamate have much in common, commingle implies a closer or more thorough mingling.

a sense of duty commingled with a fierce pride drove her

When can fuse be used instead of amalgamate?

The words fuse and amalgamate can be used in similar contexts, but fuse stresses oneness and indissolubility of the resulting product.

a building in which modernism and classicism are fused

When could merge be used to replace amalgamate?

In some situations, the words merge and amalgamate are roughly equivalent. However, merge suggests a combining in which one or more elements are lost in the whole.

in his mind reality and fantasy merged

Where would mingle be a reasonable alternative to amalgamate?

The meanings of mingle and amalgamate largely overlap; however, mingle usually suggests that the elements are still somewhat distinguishable or separately active.

fear mingled with anticipation in my mind

In what contexts can mix take the place of amalgamate?

The synonyms mix and amalgamate are sometimes interchangeable, but mix may or may not imply loss of each element's identity.

mix the salad greens
mix a drink

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Recent Examples of amalgamate The current generation of AI works by amalgamating existing data, analyzing common patterns and predicting a best-fit solution. —Steve Rodda, Forbes, 18 Mar. 2025 Things that have been intentionally kept separate for centuries in our system are all now being hoarded and amalgamated by people who weren’t elected. —David Browne, Rolling Stone, 8 Mar. 2025 Spandex legging boots, Balenciaga A few years prior, the label amalgamated with Bad Boy Entertainment, the widely successful record label owned by music mogul Diddy. —Funmi Fetto, Vogue, 25 Feb. 2025 The comedian curls the viewer into the drama of his own debasement, Limon theorized, and the relationship is christened, if the joke works, with a laughter that amalgamates the many into one. —Lauren Michele Jackson, The New Yorker, 27 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for amalgamate
Recent Examples of Synonyms for amalgamate
  1. combine
  2. merge
  3. mix
  4. integrate
  5. blend
  6. incorporate
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  • The heat index combines air temperature and relative humidity to measure what the heat feels like to the human body.
    — Hope Karnopp, jsonline.com, 28 July 2025
  • When deaths from heat and cold are combined, Europe has close to 50 times as many deaths as the U.S. — as many as 250,000 to 500,000 more deaths every year.
    — Cory Franklin, Chicago Tribune, 28 July 2025
Definition of combine
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  • Think Airbnb, which merged residential space with the lodging industry.
    — Jessica Mendoza, Forbes.com, 20 July 2025
  • The number of freight trains traveling through Elgin and surrounding communities has increased since the Canadian Pacific and Kansas City Southern merged to form the CPKC.
    — Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 18 July 2025
Definition of merge
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  • In camp, Martin has been practicing with the third-team defense, with some second-team reps mixed in.
    — Colton Pouncy, New York Times, 31 July 2025
  • One option is to mix a couple of drops of dish soap with warm water in a large bucket and scrub the items with a non-abrasive brush or sponge.
    — Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 July 2025
Definition of mix
Verb
  • The marks a shift in extending the application of AI beyond technical domains to help workers integrate AI in their team.
    — Jeanne Meister, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025
  • Once young people reach the workforce, our internships and onboarding should integrate wellness practices into the foundational skills that help them — and our companies — thrive.
    — Elan Gepner-Dales, Rolling Stone, 23 July 2025
Definition of integrate
Verb
  • From the location to the architecture, every detail is thoughtfully considered to create a lifestyle that blends the charm of rural Idaho with the style and sophistication of a modern home.
    — Bates Homes, Idaho Statesman, 20 July 2025
  • The Dewa Koh Chang The Dewa Koh Chang is a beachfront resort that seamlessly blends rustic architecture with the natural surroundings.
    — Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 19 July 2025
Definition of blend
Verb
  • For companies exploring how to incorporate AI into their ESG strategies, some lessons can be learned from IKEA’s approach.
    — Oludolapo Makinde, Forbes.com, 26 July 2025
  • The new school will incorporate part of the existing school into its design.
    — Alec Johnson, jsonline.com, 26 July 2025
Definition of incorporate

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