BLENDS Synonyms: 137 Similar and Opposite Words

blends 1 of 2

noun

plural of blend

as in mixes

a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things that fabric is a cotton and polyester blend, so it shouldn't shrink as much as pure cotton

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

blends

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of blend

as in combines

to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout she blended the ingredients for the brownies very thoroughly to eliminate lumps in the batter

Synonyms & Similar Words

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

as in correlates

to form a pleasing relationship the colors blend nicely in that rug

Synonyms & Similar Words

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 blends

Noun

Doherty blends biography and fiction, myth and rock-and-roll in her dances. — Sara Holdren, Vulture, 3 Nov. 2026 Pair festive treats with fragrant tea blends or pop the bubbly. — Allison Yates, Midwest Living, 3 Nov. 2026 The charming surroundings pair perfectly with the 35 blends of organic teas carefully curated by Major, who is also a certified Tea Sommelier. — Heather L. Whitley, Southern Living, 3 Nov. 2026 Lip liner brings back shape when a nude lipstick blends too closely into the surrounding skin, so the mouth holds a visible outline without forcing you into a darker color. — Ashley Lynch, Miami Herald, 3 Nov. 2026 Serving-size options are also a good thing, because some blends benefit from a concentrated 6-ounce brew, while others can hold up in a 10- or 12-ounce travel mug. — Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2026 The ties are all made from silk or silk blends, are slip-stitched and hand-finished. — Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 2 Nov. 2026 Serrano uses a European-style yogurt for smoothies, which is tart and pourable—noting that the tartness balances the bright, jammy sweetness of the strawberries, while the thinner texture blends easily with higher-fat ingredients like nut butter. — Embry Roberts, Martha Stewart, 31 Oct. 2026 The painterly storybook scenic design by Ann Beyersdorfer, engineered for maximum efficiency, is also lovely and blends beautifully with the Loquasto’s color palette. — Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 29 Oct. 2026

Verb

The spa The Roman-style pool opens onto a terrace with panoramic views, while the tranquil spa blends marble, bamboo, and water features into a serene retreat. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026 The story blends gothic atmosphere, psychological intrigue and erotic thriller elements into a contemporary, high-concept reinvention of the tale. — Justin Kroll, Deadline, 5 Nov. 2026 His credits also include another solo project, State Of The Art, which blends digital and physical art. — Chris Gardner, HollywoodReporter, 2 Nov. 2026 Inspired by clean sheets, the scent blends delicate rose with airy aldehydes and soft musk. — Jenny Berg, Vogue, 2 Nov. 2026 The 2026 Best of Beauty-winning formula uses the brand’s 3D Lip Complex, which blends bidens pilosa extract—known for its anti-inflammatory properties and smoothing effect—with cotton seed and linseed oil to help even texture and soften the skin. — Tasha Nicole Smith, Allure, 2 Nov. 2026 Its floral pattern blends hues like terracotta, light olive green, and warm beige for a seasonal color scheme with plenty of warmth for an inviting dining room. — Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 30 Oct. 2026 Opened in 1923, La Mamounia originated as a 18th-century estate gifted by Sultan Mohammed Ben Abdallah and blends Arab-Andalusian heritage with Art Deco glamour. — Sofia Celeste, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2026 The trend blends landscape design with wellness thinking, turning ordinary yards into immersive retreats built to calm the body through scent, sound, texture and water. — Lauren Jarvis-Gibson, Sacbee.com, 28 Oct. 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for blends

Noun

In 2003, however, Kember made a splash with Forged Prescriptions, a re-release that favored fuller mixes and extra overdubs which the band had jettisoned owing to the difficulty of reproducing them.

— Gabriel Szatan, Pitchfork, 18 Oct. 2026
What’s more, the mixes can be used straight from the envelope as a dry rub for meat, as a base for dips, or even as a popcorn seasoning.

— Alaina Chou, Bon Appetit Magazine, 1 Oct. 2026

Definition of mixes

Verb

The platform combines solid-state transformers, battery energy storage, as well as smart controls to deliver electricity from the grid to computing equipment.

— Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2026
Icon Cotton Stretch combines comfort, support and timeless design across a range of signature Calvin Klein underwear silhouettes.

— Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 2 Nov. 2026

Definition of combines

Noun

For everyday food safety, Taylor recommends skipping both homemade mixtures and commercial washes.

— Ryan Brennan, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 3 Nov. 2026
Next up for the researchers are more sensitive sensors, bigger training datasets, additional fragrance channels, and better handling of complex mixtures.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 1 Nov. 2026

Definition of mixtures

Verb

The practical benefits will depend on how the Navy integrates the system into its logistics and operational procedures.

— Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 28 Oct. 2026
Researchers at the University of Massachusetts Amherst have developed an ultrathin, flexible electronic mesh that integrates with living human heart cells and converts their mechanical movements into electricity.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of integrates

Noun

The researchers plan to improve heat transfer, develop more energy-efficient actuation systems, and engineer higher-performance shape-memory alloys.

— Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 7 Nov. 2026
Companies processed heavy mineral sands from Australia, Brazil, and India, and hard rock from South Africa, to produce rare earths for tracer ammunition, steel alloys, cigarette-lighter flints, and, later, color-TV phosphors.

— Glenn Zorpette, IEEE Spectrum, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of alloys

Verb

Instead of the cartoon alien who loves Oreos and beats up other alien bad guys, this run turns John Jones (FKA J'onn J'onnz) into an FBI agent who survives a suicide bombing and merges with an alien entity.

— Cooper Katz McKim, NPR, 6 Nov. 2026
The second offering from the homegrown Kazazian Cruises takes the motorless design of the traditional dahabeah boat and merges it with the sleek aesthetic of a luxury yacht.

— Selina Denman, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Nov. 2026