CONFLATED Synonyms: 76 Similar and Opposite Words

conflated

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Definition of conflated

past tense of conflate

as in confused

to fail to differentiate (a thing) from something similar or related be careful not to conflate gossip with real news

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as in mixed

to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout the movie conflates documentary footage and dramatized reenactments so seamlessly and ingeniously that viewers may not know what is real and what is not

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Recent Examples of conflated Turns out, being conflated with the characters one plays is not uncommon, at least for the TV stars gathered at THR‘s Drama Actors Emmy Roundtable. — Lacey Rose, HollywoodReporter, 13 June 2026 The article previously called the gates that introduce magic Toffoli gates and conflated them with a simpler gate called the T gate. — Quanta Magazine, 3 June 2026 Rinna briefly conflated the mayor’s race with the California’s equally bonkers gubernatorial contest. — Marc Malkin, Variety, 26 May 2026 Too often, operational excellence gets conflated with cost control or efficiency initiatives. — Daniah Robertson, Forbes.com, 26 May 2026 Huang said this demonstrates the difference between a job’s task and its purpose, which often get conflated by AI doomsayers. — Jason Ma, Fortune, 2 May 2026 But some researchers told the Science Media Center that the Cochrane review conflated failed drugs such as aducanumab with newer ones, thus hiding the effect of the more modern treatments. — Tom Chivers, semafor.com, 17 Apr. 2026 Yet these are distinct objectives that are often conflated. — Scott Solomon, The Conversation, 27 Mar. 2026 Although Beryl based the fictional character Stella on herself, the two should not be conflated. — Brendan King, Harpers Magazine, 24 Mar. 2026

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When major international events bring millions of visitors unfamiliar with local customs, leaving guests confused by unexpected pricing practices.

— Doug Melville, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
An executive at the sneaker company Vans has issued an apology after a collaboration with the streetwear brand Fugazi was confused for a collaboration with the legendary — and legendarily anti-consumerist — punk band Fugazi.

— Jon Blistein, Rolling Stone, 6 July 2026

Definition of confused

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Wilyer Abreu added a two-run double, and relievers Jovani Morán, Greg Weissert and Alec Gamboa combined for three hitless innings for the Red Sox, who have won seven of nine games.

— ABC News, ABC News, 5 July 2026
Wilyer Abreu added a two-run double, and relievers Jovani Morán, Greg Weissert and Alec Gamboa combined for three hitless innings for the Red Sox (39-48), who have won seven of nine games.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 5 July 2026

Definition of combined

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Allegiant Air and Sun Country Airlines merged in May but will operate as separate brands for 18 to 24 months.

— Zach Wichter, USA Today, 7 July 2026
The changes merged Kazakhstan's parliament’s two chambers into one and gave the president the right to appoint key government officials with the approval of lawmakers, including restoring the post of vice president.

— ABC News, ABC News, 7 July 2026

Definition of merged

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Its compact design allows it to be integrated into a wide range of robotic platforms with minimal space requirements.

— Jijo Malayil, Interesting Engineering, 6 July 2026
Other technologies now used as part of IVF suggest that AI could soon become more integrated, despite its potentially small effect on the success of pregnancy and birth.

— Edna Bonhomme, Scientific American, 6 July 2026

Definition of integrated

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The multi-tasking treatment can also be blended onto the high points of the face for a natural-looking glow.

— BestReviews, Mercury News, 9 July 2026
Both events sought to intertwine the French capital and the biggest event in esports, through official channels and an epic performance that blended the cultures of both communities.

— Mike Stubbs, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026

Definition of blended

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Attacks like HalluSquatting provide a potent reminder that some of the efficiencies are exaggerated since, at the end of the day, users must double-check details such as the location for each resource incorporated into a project.

— Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 8 July 2026
Add the spinach, cilantro, the remaining 1/4 teaspoon of salt and the black pepper, and stir until incorporated, about 30 seconds.

— The Washington Post, San Diego Union-Tribune, 8 July 2026

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