Synonyms of combinations

combinations

noun

plural of combination

1

as in mixtures

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

• mixtures
• mixes
• blends
• amalgamations
• alloys
• amalgams
• fusions
• compounds
• syntheses
• composites
• assortments
• cocktails
• admixtures
• emulsions
• intermixtures
• conflations
• melds
• absorptions
• mélanges
• mergers
• integrations
• varieties
• incorporations
• medleys
• coalescences
• concretions
• aggregations
• composts
• hashes
• patchworks
• accumulations
• coalitions
• homogenizations
• commixtures
• potpourris
• hodgepodges
• mishmashes
• mergences
• conglomerations
• half-and-halfs
• interfusions
• immixtures
• hotchpotches
• jumbles
• motleys

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• elements
• components
• ingredients
• constituents

2

as in mergers

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

• mergers
• consolidations
• unifications
• mixtures
• amalgamations
• couplings
• blends
• unions
• connections
• syntheses
• mixes
• junctions
• fusions
• agglomerations
• reunifications
• intermixtures
• coalescences
• reunions

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• divisions
• partitions
• splits
• dissolutions
• partings
• breakups
• disconnections
• schisms
• scissions
• separations
• detachments
• disunions
• severances
• divorcements

3

as in cartels

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

• cartels
• syndicates
• partnerships
• conglomerates
• associations
• combines
• unions
• chains
• trusts
• organizations
• multinationals
• guilds
• megacorporations
• pools

4

as in alliances

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

• alliances
• coalitions
• confederacies
• unions
• federations
• leagues
• partnerships
• combines
• groups
• axes
• blocs
• blocks
• confederations
• organizations
• associations
• fusions
• factions
• conspiracies
• wings
• sides
• cartels
• fronts
• syndicates
• cooperatives
• affiliations
• cabals
• trusts
• circuits
• juntos
• conferences

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of combinations

All three combinations would help improve United’s defensive discipline. — Carl Anka, New York Times, 25 Aug. 2026

Chains like Swig pioneered the model in the early 2010s, building menus around endless flavor combinations and signature creamy add-ins. — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 25 Aug. 2026

As someone who analyzes food most of my days, the restaurant’s flavor and ingredient combinations can shock, at least on paper. — The Bon Appétit Staff, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 Aug. 2026

Additionally, the research focused exclusively on pancreatic cancer, meaning the supplements may not have the same effect on chemotherapy for other cancer types or with different drug combinations. — Khloe Quill, FOXNews.com, 24 Aug. 2026

The strangeness rests on the antique, out-of-time nature of the set dressing, but also in the slightly off color combinations Arnold and his team chose, and in the sense of things being hand-made, injecting the sense of A Presence into the space. — Sarah Shachat, IndieWire, 21 Aug. 2026

From unexpected combinations to pops of saturated accessories, this season is all about self-expression and letting color lead the way. — Andrea Zendejas, Vogue, 21 Aug. 2026

Vegans can also get in on the fun combinations; the Big Mack is loaded with Impossible Burger, vegan mozzarella and Thousand Island dressing, pickles, white onion, iceberg lettuce and sesame seeds. — Catherine Garcia, TheWeek, 18 Aug. 2026

Chief Technology Officer Stefan Palzer told Reuters that Nestle was using AI and other technology to analyze clinical research, identify nutrient combinations and develop products tailored to GLP-1 users. — Richa Naidu, USA Today, 17 Aug. 2026