Synonyms of combination

combination

noun

ˌkäm-bə-ˈnā-shən 

1

as in mixture

a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things

a victory that was due to a combination of luck and planning

Synonyms & Similar Words

• mixture
• mix
• blend
• amalgamation
• amalgam
• alloy
• fusion
• synthesis
• composite
• blending
• compound
• cocktail
• admixture
• meld
• emulsion
• conflation
• intermixture
• assortment
• integration
• incorporation
• mélange
• merging
• merger
• absorption
• variety
• intermingling
• coalescence
• commingling
• accumulation
• hodgepodge
• medley
• half-and-half
• mishmash
• patchwork
• homogenization
• mingling
• mergence
• aggregation
• conglomeration
• potpourri
• compost
• hash
• concretion
• coalition
• interfusion
• commixture
• immixture
• jumble
• hotchpotch
• immingling
• motley

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• component
• element
• ingredient
• constituent

2

as in merger

the act or an instance of joining two or more things into one

the combination of mint and chocolate in a delicious dessert

Synonyms & Similar Words

• merger
• merging
• unification
• consolidation
• combining
• connecting
• coupling
• amalgamation
• linking
• connection
• mixture
• union
• blend
• synthesis
• mix
• fusion
• junction
• reunification
• compounding
• intermingling
• coalescence
• commingling
• agglomeration
• intermixture
• mingling
• reunion

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• split
• division
• dissolution
• partition
• breakup
• parting
• disconnection
• separation
• schism
• detachment
• severance
• scission
• disunion
• divorcement

3

as in cartel

a number of businesses or enterprises united for commercial advantage

the companies formed a combination in an attempt to establish a monopoly in the rubber market

Synonyms & Similar Words

• cartel
• syndicate
• partnership
• conglomerate
• combine
• union
• association
• chain
• organization
• trust
• multinational
• guild
• big business
• megacorporation
• pool

4

as in coalition

an association of persons, parties, or states for mutual assistance and protection

a combination of citizens dedicated to fighting higher property taxes

Synonyms & Similar Words

• coalition
• alliance
• combine
• union
• confederacy
• federation
• league
• partnership
• axis
• confederation
• group
• bloc
• fusion
• block
• organization
• association
• side
• wing
• conspiracy
• faction
• cooperative
• cartel
• front
• syndicate
• affiliation
• trust
• cabal
• junto
• conference
• circuit

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of combination

The company did not explain its decision, but the antibiotic — a three-drug combination injection — was pegged from the outset as a treatment of last resort by the Food and Drug Administration in hopes of mitigating antibiotic resistance. — Ed Silverman, STAT, 28 Sep. 2026

Prada, Fendi and Des_Phemmes also showed an empowering and feminine combination of bra tops with knee-length skirts. — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026

SpaceX thinks this combination of power and reflight will be transformative, allowing humanity to expand its footprint into the final frontier like never before. — Mike Wall, Space.com, 28 Sep. 2026

The judge found no combination of conditions could reasonably assure Pineda’s appearance in court and the safety of the community. — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 28 Sep. 2026