as in amalgamation
a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things
a church that is an amalgam of traditional and modern architectural styles
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of amalgam
Over time, Hawaii’s diverse communities have evolved homespun amalgams of favorite dishes handed down from generation to generation, creating a foodie nirvana.
—
Ben Davidson, Mercury News, 1 May 2025
Then again, each generation’s Times Square is different from the next, though all are some amalgam of the tawdry and the brilliant, of decay and glitter.
—Frank Rich, Vulture, 8 Apr. 2025
Convey, at its core, is an amalgam of all these endeavors.
—Laura May Todd, New York Times, 6 Apr. 2025
By 1930, the APC was an amalgam of such legacy companies as Selwyn & Co, Elisabeth Marbury, Inc., The John Rumsey Play Company, and The De Mille Company.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 28 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for amalgam
Ben Davidson, Mercury News, 1 May 2025
Then again, each generation’s Times Square is different from the next, though all are some amalgam of the tawdry and the brilliant, of decay and glitter.
—Frank Rich, Vulture, 8 Apr. 2025
Convey, at its core, is an amalgam of all these endeavors.
—Laura May Todd, New York Times, 6 Apr. 2025
By 1930, the APC was an amalgam of such legacy companies as Selwyn & Co, Elisabeth Marbury, Inc., The John Rumsey Play Company, and The De Mille Company.
—Dade Hayes, Deadline, 28 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for amalgam
Recent Examples of Synonyms for amalgam
Noun
-
This is an amalgamation of various breaches, collecting data from multiple sources including infostealers on PCs.—
Zak Doffman,
Forbes.com,
22 June 2025
-
The topics of this show have married this moment in our country, and my character is an amalgamation of so many people.—
Matt Donnelly,
Variety,
13 June 2025
Noun
-
Add the egg yolks and gently fluff the mixture with your hands to thoroughly combine.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
18 June 2025
-
Step 3: Soak Soak the silver in the mixture until all tarnish is removed.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
18 June 2025
Noun
-
The series continues to have a killer soundtrack, with enough money and juice to pay for Led Zeppelin in the premiere, and to offer a mix of genres and eras throughout, from early Eighties New Wave to modern alt-country.—
Alan Sepinwall,
Rolling Stone,
26 June 2025
-
The propellant packed inside the booster is also different, using a mix that Northrop packs inside its commercial rocket motors instead of the recipe used for the space shuttle.—
ArsTechnica,
ArsTechnica,
26 June 2025
Noun
-
Strawberry Basil Lemonade Fresca: Refreshing lemonade made with agave nectar and a strawberry puree fruit blend, infused with fresh strawberries and basil.—
Ronny Maye,
Forbes.com,
27 June 2025
-
The selection fulfilled a years-long expectation that Flagg — with a generational blend of size, athleticism and play-making prowess — would become a first-overall pick.—
Peter Sblendorio,
New York Daily News,
26 June 2025
Noun
-
The warhead is encased in a special high-performance steel alloy, which is meant to enable it to carry a large explosive payload while maintaining the penetrator case's integrity during impact, according to an Air Force fact sheet.—
Ellen Uchimiya,
CBS News,
19 June 2025
-
Most silver items are made using sterling silver, a silver alloy containing 92.5% silver and 7.5% other metals, usually copper.—
Daley Quinn,
Southern Living,
18 June 2025
Noun
-
Relationships have shifted, things have been learned, and combinations of characters - look for a lovely and unexpected scene between Platt and Gillian Jacobs as Richie's ex-wife, Tiffany, for instance - mix and drift apart and back together.—
Linda Holmes,
NPR,
26 June 2025
-
Attachments: For hard-to-reach corners and narrow stretches of floor, crevice and combination tools are some of the most helpful tools to have in your cleaning arsenal.—
Nashia Baker,
Architectural Digest,
26 June 2025
Noun
-
Part of this comes down to the songs, with their alchemical fusion of pathos and infectiousness.—
Mitch Therieau,
New Yorker,
18 June 2025
-
His promising Japanese supergroup The Last Rockstars – which debuted in 2023 with Yoshiki on drums and piano – also likely has a future with its dynamic rock-pop-metal-classical-electronic-folk fusion.—
Steve Appleford,
Variety,
17 June 2025
Cite this Entry
“Amalgam.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/amalgam. Accessed 1 Jul. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share