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noun

Definition of mixnext
as in mixture
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things guacamole is usually a mix of avocado, tomato, onion, and spices

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mix

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verb

ˈmiks How to pronounce mix (audio)
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as in to combine
to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout those ingredients should not be mixed until the last stage of the recipe

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as in to mingle
to take part in social activities happily mixing with the other guests at the party

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

Some common synonyms of mix are amalgamate, blend, coalesce, commingle, fuse, merge, and mingle. While all these words mean "to combine into a more or less uniform whole," mix may or may not imply loss of each element's identity.

mix the salad greens
mix a drink

When is it sensible to use amalgamate instead of mix?

Although the words amalgamate and mix have much in common, amalgamate implies the forming of a close union without complete loss of individual identities.

refugees who were readily amalgamated into the community

When could blend be used to replace mix?

In some situations, the words blend and mix are roughly equivalent. However, blend implies that the elements as such disappear in the resulting mixture.

blended several teas to create a balanced flavor

Where would coalesce be a reasonable alternative to mix?

The meanings of coalesce and mix largely overlap; however, coalesce implies an affinity in the merging elements and usually a resulting organic unity.

telling details that coalesce into a striking portrait

When might commingle be a better fit than mix?

The words commingle and mix can be used in similar contexts, but commingle implies a closer or more thorough mingling.

a sense of duty commingled with a fierce pride drove her

When would fuse be a good substitute for mix?

The synonyms fuse and mix are sometimes interchangeable, but fuse stresses oneness and indissolubility of the resulting product.

a building in which modernism and classicism are fused

When can merge be used instead of mix?

While in some cases nearly identical to mix, merge suggests a combining in which one or more elements are lost in the whole.

in his mind reality and fantasy merged

When is mingle a more appropriate choice than mix?

The words mingle and mix are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, mingle usually suggests that the elements are still somewhat distinguishable or separately active.

fear mingled with anticipation in my mind

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Recent Examples of mix
Noun
Sprinkle them on oatmeal, yogurt, or smoothies, mix into muffins or pancake batter, or stir a small amount into soups and stews. —Morgan Pearson, Verywell Health, 17 Sep. 2025 The Mini 4 Pro already had 360-degree obstacle avoidance and detection, and the Mini 5 Pro adds forward LiDAR to the mix. —PC Magazine, 17 Sep. 2025
Verb
Long-time Dodgers manager Dave Roberts, who has had to play mix-and-match with an injury-riddled rotation over the past two years, was thrilled that Kershaw was able to notch his 3,000th strikeout in July. —Dan Schlossberg, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025 The set was primarily composed of shades of red, black, and white with a few other colors mixed in, including beige and tangerine orange. —Kara Nesvig, Allure, 18 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for mix
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mix
  1. mixture
  2. combine
  3. mingle
  4. blend
  5. integrate
  6. associate
  7. amalgamation
  8. merge
Noun
  • Prepare a Collins glass with one highball ice cube then pour in calvados mixture; top off with club soda and serve.
    — Jillian Dara, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
  • Young Fred and his sister were cutting hay to prepare a mixture of horse feed.
    — Clare Conley, Outdoor Life, 18 Sep. 2025
Definition of mixture
Verb
  • The scent is smoky yet sweet, spicy yet smooth, dark but with an underlying lightness—the result of combining clean white musk with rose, tobacco, suede, and cumin.
    — Sophia Panych, Allure, 16 Sep. 2025
  • The country now surpasses the cocaine production of South American countries Peru and Bolivia combined.
    — Brady Knox, The Washington Examiner, 16 Sep. 2025
Definition of combine
Verb
  • Fans from around the globe will mix and mingle with counterparts backing other clubs in a collegial environment.
    — Daniel Sperry, Kansas City Star, 18 Sep. 2025
  • Mingle And Connect When speaking to groups, make time to mingle and connect with attendees in advance of your presentation.
    — Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 16 Sep. 2025
Definition of mingle
Noun
  • Amazon Essentials Long-Sleeve Crewneck Shirt in Black The crewneck T-shirt is made of a cotton blend that feels great on.
    — Isabel Garcia, PEOPLE, 21 Sep. 2025
  • Cashmere blends, soft cotton, and loose-fitting fleece and flannel make their way from the back of closets to replace our breezy summer faves.
    — Kristin Braswell, Travel + Leisure, 21 Sep. 2025
Definition of blend
Verb
  • There’s some good advice on how to integrate the Infinity Stones into tabletop stories.
    — Rob Wieland, Forbes.com, 17 Sep. 2025
  • Grok is what happens when a mercurical man of tremendous wealth and influence builds one of the world’s most powerful AI models and then integrates it into a major social-media platform that has become, under his direction, a hub for white supremacy.
    — Matteo Wong, The Atlantic, 16 Sep. 2025
Definition of integrate
Verb
  • Starbucks is facing multiple employee complaints and lawsuits across the United States over the rollout of a new dress code and the expenses associated with it.
    — John Toher, MSNBC Newsweek, 21 Sep. 2025
  • The five new products are designed to address challenges associated with protective hairstyles and extensions.
    — Caché McClay, USA Today, 21 Sep. 2025
Definition of associate
Noun
  • Haint is an amalgamation of a lot of things that keep me up at night.
    — Destiny Jackson, Deadline, 12 Sep. 2025
  • Longo is known for his photorealistic paintings and drawings, but many of his works are an amalgamation of images real, imagined, and tweaked.
    — Kristen Tauer, Footwear News, 6 Sep. 2025
Definition of amalgamation
Verb
  • By merging the longstanding New Currents and Kim Jiseok programs, BIFF has created a more impactful platform exclusively dedicated to Asian cinema.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 20 Sep. 2025
  • Church leadership announced that four of them — one in Liberty City, one in Miami Gardens and two in Pompano — would be merging but two other sites in West Park and Dania Beach were being appraised and prepared to be sold.
    — Lauren Costantino September 20, Miami Herald, 20 Sep. 2025
Definition of merge

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