Synonyms of combines

combines 1 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of combine

1

as in connects

to come together to form a single unit

the room's highly varied design elements combine to form a harmonious whole

Synonyms & Similar Words

• connects
• unites
• fuses
• joins
• marries
• unifies
• coalesces
• conjoins
• couples
• reunites
• links (up)
• associates
• meets
• conjugates
• assembles
• gathers
• interfuses
• compounds
• convenes
• mates
• yokes
• allies
• reconnects
• chains
• splices
• rejoins
• recombines
• clusters
• hooks
• leagues
• constellates
• hitches
• congregates
• confederates
• reunifies

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• separates
• splits
• sections
• severs
• parts
• divides
• detaches
• resolves
• sunders
• breaks up
• isolates
• dissociates
• uncouples
• disconnects
• disperses
• divorces
• unlinks
• dissevers
• scatters
• fractionates
• disbands
• disjoins
• disunites
• unyokes
• disjoints
• disaffiliates

2

as in integrates

to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout

combine the sugar and flour in a bowl

Synonyms & Similar Words

• integrates
• merges
• mixes
• incorporates
• blends
• amalgamates
• adds
• melds
• fuses
• mingles
• intermingles
• intermixes
• conflates
• commingles
• unites
• composites
• homogenizes
• stirs
• commixes
• comingles
• immixes
• immingles
• interfuses
• beats (in)
• weaves
• folds
• coalesces
• concretes
• tosses
• intertwines
• cuts in
• emulsifies
• compounds
• joins
• interweaves
• conjoins
• links
• admixes
• knits

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• separates
• divides
• breaks down
• cleaves
• parts
• severs
• breaks up
• disperses
• ruptures
• dissolves
• divorces
• scatters
• unmixes
• splits
• detaches
• sunders
• disunites
• disjoins
• disengages

combines

2 of 2

noun

plural of combine

1

as in cartels

a number of businesses or enterprises united for commercial advantage

charged that the cable companies had formed an illegal combine for the purpose of keeping rates artificially high

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

2

as in confederacies

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

one of the most notorious combines in the history of organized crime

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of combines

Verb

Shelton combines college-tennis exuberance with the explosiveness of a superstar from a football field or a basketball court. — Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026

Unlike conventional quadruped robots that rely entirely on legs, the Lynx combines wheels and articulated legs to provide different forms of mobility depending on the terrain. — Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 7 Sep. 2026

Multi-Peptide + Copper Peptides 1% combines several signaling peptides designed to address fine lines, firmness, elasticity, and texture from multiple angles. — Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 6 Sep. 2026

At the forefront are Moderna and Merck, whose treatment combines a powerful immunotherapy drug with an experimental made-to-order mRNA cancer vaccine. — Janet Loehrke, USA Today, 6 Sep. 2026

AdGuard’s security suite combines two tools that handle different parts of everyday browsing. — Stackcommerce Team, PC Magazine, 5 Sep. 2026

This crisp, citrusy French 75 cocktail combines gin, fresh lemon juice, and Champagne for a bubbly, festive drink that’s remarkably easy to make. — Chris Morocco, Bon Appetit Magazine, 4 Sep. 2026

Social media users are talking about lymphatic walking, which combines slow, intentional steps with diaphragmatic (belly) breathing and sometimes arm movements. — Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 4 Sep. 2026

The service combines movies, television series, anime, sports including the Premier League, live music and e-books in a single app. — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 31 Aug. 2026

Noun

Five-piece bluegrass and jam band combines banjo, mandolin and dobro with improvisation and rock ‘n’ roll attitude. — Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2026

Rows of gleaming tractors, combines and sprayers will be showcased just north of Des Moines, Iowa. — Bloomberg, Chicago Tribune, 31 Aug. 2026

CeraVe’s Resurfacing Retinol Serum combines encapsulated retinol with skin-supporting ceramides to help refine texture, smooth the look of fine lines, and promote a more even-looking complexion over time. — Kieaundria Bellamy, InStyle, 23 June 2026

The new Palm Beach 85 flagship combines refined, timeless design with an advanced hull shape and composite layup. — Michael Verdon, Robb Report, 16 June 2026

Levies on agricultural equipment, like combines and harvesters will be dropped to 15% from 25%, and the scope of equipment qualifying for the 15% tariff will also be expanded. — Lim Hui Jie, CNBC, 2 June 2026

At lower elevations, forecasters are increasingly focused on fire danger as dry vegetation combines with gusty winds and low humidity. — Sacbee.com, 22 May 2026

Directed by Lawrence Kasdan, the documentary focusing on Short combines rare archival footage with new interviews, The Hollywood Reporter notes. — Virginia Chamlee, PEOPLE, 1 May 2026

The food Bradenton is most famous for combines classic Florida fare with Caribbean influence. — Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2026