Synonyms of combining

combining 1 of 2

noun

as in merging

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

abhors the combining of business and pleasure at sales conferences

Synonyms & Similar Words

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

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

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

combining

2 of 2

verb

present participle of combine

1

as in connecting

to come together to form a single unit

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• connecting
• fusing
• uniting
• joining
• marrying
• coupling
• unifying
• associating
• coalescing
• conjoining
• conjugating
• linking (up)
• reuniting
• assembling
• mating
• interfusing
• compounding
• allying
• yoking
• meeting
• gathering
• convening
• splicing
• clustering
• recombining
• reconnecting
• chaining
• confederating
• rejoining
• hooking
• congregating
• hitching
• leaguing
• constellating
• reunifying

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• splitting
• separating
• dividing
• severing
• parting
• sectioning
• isolating
• resolving
• breaking up
• disconnecting
• detaching
• dissociating
• divorcing
• fractionating
• sundering
• uncoupling
• dissevering
• dispersing
• unlinking
• scattering
• disbanding
• disjoining
• unyoking
• disuniting
• disjointing
• disaffiliating

2

as in mixing

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

• mixing
• integrating
• merging
• blending
• amalgamating
• incorporating
• adding
• fusing
• melding
• mingling
• intermingling
• intermixing
• commingling
• uniting
• homogenizing
• conflating
• compositing
• stirring
• comingling
• commixing
• immixing
• concreting
• immingling
• interfusing
• folding
• beating (in)
• linking
• cutting in
• tossing
• admixing
• weaving
• coalescing
• compounding
• emulsifying
• joining
• intertwining
• conjoining
• knitting
• interweaving

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• separating
• dividing
• breaking down
• breaking up
• severing
• parting
• cleaving
• divorcing
• dissolving
• splitting
• dispersing
• rupturing
• scattering
• unmixing
• detaching
• disjoining
• sundering
• disuniting
• disengaging

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of combining

Noun

The design uses spectral beam combining, which merges several fiber-laser beams into a single high-power output. — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 5 Sep. 2026

The combining of physical and digital systems is creating environments that require integration, intelligence and ongoing management. — Dirk Naylor, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026

Bonta's announcement did not focus on the combining of CBS News and CNN. — David Folkenflik, NPR, 13 July 2026

On the streaming side, the statement explained that consumers will benefit from the stronger alternative to Netflix that will presumably be formed by the combining of HBO Max and Paramount+. — Christian Zilko, IndieWire, 12 June 2026

Verb

Negotiators turn to deal terms Musk raised the possibility of combining Tesla and SpaceX in May, weeks before SpaceX went public. — Atharva Gosavi, Interesting Engineering, 13 Nov. 2026

That scheme, known as FaceStealer, involves a complicated chain of events combining the hijacking of popular messaging apps and the recording of deepfake videos. — ABC News, 12 Nov. 2026

Look past the popularity label Some Turkish clinics advertise packages combining the procedure with hotel stays and local transportation. — Ascend Agency, Sun Sentinel, 12 Nov. 2026

The same combination of establishing guardrails, welcoming questions, combining different perspectives, measuring what matters and staying willing to change course can help any organization build long-term impact. — Forbes.com, 12 Nov. 2026

With the current drama series, I was also given the chance to take on the challenge of combining acting and music. — Billboard Japan, Billboard, 12 Nov. 2026

The district says some positions could be cut, though combining schools would not automatically mean job losses. — CBS News, 12 Nov. 2026

Inside, Devarana offers a 60-minute traditional Thai oil massage followed by 30 minutes of singing bowl sound healing, combining halotherapy and chakra balancing. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Nov. 2026

The three-part 40mm drivers deliver fantastic audio by combining highs, mids, and lows to create an immersive soundscape that keeps you engaged and attentive. — George Yang, PC Magazine, 5 Nov. 2026