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

With countless flavor and color combinations to choose from, frosting is the perfect finishing touch for everything from sugar cookies to layer cakes. — Jessica Safavimehr, Southern Living, 9 Nov. 2026

There are over 292 million possible number combinations for Powerball, and getting the right one by chance is a rare event. — Sheldon H. Jacobson, Chicago Tribune, 9 Nov. 2026

As the science continues to advance rapidly, treating metastatic breast cancer is becoming an art, with doctors weighing which treatments to use, in what combinations and in what order, to get the longest benefit. — Petra Guglielmetti, Glamour, 6 Nov. 2026

The clean silhouette also carries into dressier combinations without looking out of place. — Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Nov. 2026

The campaign stars Katseye member Megan Skiendiel, who can be seen modeling each of the creative combinations. — Arushi Jacob, Footwear News, 5 Nov. 2026

The third-year head coach was experimenting with combinations, trying to find something that worked after Brooklyn fell behind. — C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 5 Nov. 2026

That gives you 100 possible combinations, which can be a lot to suss out. — Jim Fisher, PC Magazine, 5 Nov. 2026

The three configurations allow naval forces to select different combinations of surveillance and combat equipment without requiring a completely different vessel for each mission. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 3 Nov. 2026