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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

Examples Sentences

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Recent Examples of amalgamate But out of challenges came creative solutions, like amalgamating five different warehouses to create the massive fulfilment centre Aurora works in. Rafa Sales Ross, Variety, 6 Sep. 2024 One promising way to amalgamate this kind of data is through the establishment of a national Bureau of Cyber Statistics. Raj M. Shah, Foreign Affairs, 13 Jan. 2022 Iran’s model for operating abroad draws from its experiences in Lebanon in the early 1980s, when the regime amalgamated a variety of Shia parties into Hezbollah. Ray Takeyh, Foreign Affairs, 15 Nov. 2015 Get this: the Giants’ plan to game the system and amalgamate a bunch of part-time guys in the hopes of receiving quality full-time production didn’t stand up to the scrutiny of six months and 162 games. Dieter Kurtenbach, The Mercury News, 27 Mar. 2024 See all Example Sentences for amalgamate 
Recent Examples of Synonyms for amalgamate
Verb
  • In a large salad bowl, combine lettuce, croutons, garlic, anchovies and Parmesan cheese and toss.
    Philip Potempa, Chicago Tribune, 17 Jan. 2025
  • The space will combine art and businesses, just like Dupp & Swat’s other brands, and will include the siblings’ signature focus on Black creatives.
    Melissa Oyler, Charlotte Observer, 17 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • The overall figures do not include Forever 21. Before merging into Catalyst Brands, JCPenney was owned by Simon, Brookfield and Authentic.
    David Moin, WWD, 8 Jan. 2025
  • FuboTV — Shares added 2%, a day after soaring 251% on the news Disney will merge its Hulu + Live TV service with Fubo.
    Samantha Subin, CNBC, 7 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • Enter, pre-fall 25—a culmination of the seasons, such as summer staples like billowy skirts and dresses, mixed with early fall favorites like suede handbags, knee-high boots, and cropped jackets.
    Cortne Bonilla, Vogue, 8 Jan. 2025
  • Despite suggesting it be mixed with a milk frother, this one didn’t offer much froth on its own, but foamed up with the help of some milk.
    Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appétit, 8 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • Spain and Denmark serve as compelling examples, integrating e-invoicing within their comprehensive tax transformation initiatives.
    Aleksandra Bal, Forbes, 12 Jan. 2025
  • The device seamlessly integrates with a smartphone app, allowing users to access real-time data and long-term physiological records.
    Kurt Knutsson, CyberGuy Report, Fox News, 12 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • Or a spicy pineapple margarita blended with bits of damiana, a shrub known for its tiny, aromatic flowers.
    Allison Aubrey, NPR, 9 Jan. 2025
  • Mix And Match As a part of personalized design and the trend of blending colors and finishes, 67% of respondents agree that mix-and-match backsplashes add a unique touch to the kitchen.
    Terri Williams, Forbes, 9 Jan. 2025
Verb
  • The 30-year-old singer incorporated many genres, including reggaeton, música jíbara, salsa, plena, bomba, house, and dembow into 17 tracks.
    Lola Mendez, Architectural Digest, 15 Jan. 2025
  • Today, the dance workout also incorporates strength work and high intensity interval training.
    Danielle Friedman, New York Times, 15 Jan. 2025

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“Amalgamate.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amalgamate. Accessed 20 Jan. 2025.

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