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

Why Vaccines Rates Are Still in Decline A county’s or state’s total vaccination rates may reflect a combination of state and local laws, community customs, individual beliefs—and the influence of antivaccine rhetoric. — Jackie Flynn Mogensen, Scientific American, 24 Aug. 2026

The combination gave the textile its purple appearance and provided the optical properties needed for passive cooling. — Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 24 Aug. 2026

The combination of physical humor in the vein of Tati or Keaton, and urban anomie among young adults. — José Salazar, IndieWire, 24 Aug. 2026

Today’s recipe Chef David Tanis’ recipe for Persimmon and Pomegranate Salad With Bitter Lettuces has a nice combination of sweet and bitter. — Deborah Vankin, Los Angeles Times, 24 Aug. 2026