mix 1 of 2

mix

2 of 2

verb

Synonym Chooser

How is the word mix different from other verbs like it?

Some common synonyms of mix are amalgamate, blend, coalesce, commingle, fuse, merge, and mingle. While all these words mean "to combine into a more or less uniform whole," mix may or may not imply loss of each element's identity.

mix the salad greens
mix a drink

When is it sensible to use amalgamate instead of mix?

Although the words amalgamate and mix have much in common, amalgamate implies the forming of a close union without complete loss of individual identities.

refugees who were readily amalgamated into the community

When could blend be used to replace mix?

In some situations, the words blend and mix are roughly equivalent. However, blend implies that the elements as such disappear in the resulting mixture.

blended several teas to create a balanced flavor

Where would coalesce be a reasonable alternative to mix?

The meanings of coalesce and mix largely overlap; however, coalesce implies an affinity in the merging elements and usually a resulting organic unity.

telling details that coalesce into a striking portrait

When might commingle be a better fit than mix?

The words commingle and mix can be used in similar contexts, but commingle implies a closer or more thorough mingling.

a sense of duty commingled with a fierce pride drove her

When would fuse be a good substitute for mix?

The synonyms fuse and mix are sometimes interchangeable, but fuse stresses oneness and indissolubility of the resulting product.

a building in which modernism and classicism are fused

When can merge be used instead of mix?

While in some cases nearly identical to mix, merge suggests a combining in which one or more elements are lost in the whole.

in his mind reality and fantasy merged

When is mingle a more appropriate choice than mix?

The words mingle and mix are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, mingle usually suggests that the elements are still somewhat distinguishable or separately active.

fear mingled with anticipation in my mind

Example Sentences

Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to show current usage. Read More Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of mix
Noun
The series continues to have a killer soundtrack, with enough money and juice to pay for Led Zeppelin in the premiere, and to offer a mix of genres and eras throughout, from early Eighties New Wave to modern alt-country. Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 26 June 2025 In total, Connecticut was set to receive more than $20 million, a mix of state funding and money for local organizations that won a competitive national grant application process. P.r. Lockhart, Hartford Courant, 25 June 2025
Verb
Making pasta using a glossy, butter-yellow KitchenAid stand mixer with a special attachment (the brand deemed this shade its 2025 Color of the Year), mixing yellowy spritzes topped by edible flowers, and matching with your guests in all-yellow ‘fits. Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 24 June 2025 At a makeshift bar shaded by a sycamore tree, one of the guides was mixing cocktails that contained pisco and ginger. David Amsden, Travel + Leisure, 13 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for mix
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mix
Noun
  • Brush butter mixture over tops of rolls and sprinkle with parsley.
    Elizabeth Nelson, Southern Living, 30 June 2025
  • Once the mixture is combined, add peanut butter and continue to mix until combined.
    Claudia Alarcón, Forbes.com, 30 June 2025
Verb
  • This gentle yet effective face wash combines the clarifying power of tea tree oil with salicylic acid to keep breakouts at bay without stripping your skin.
    Symiah Dorsey, Southern Living, 22 June 2025
  • The configuration combines to produce 200 horsepower.
    James Raia, Mercury News, 22 June 2025
Verb
  • For years, Gotham supporters mingled freely with players before and after matches and around practice sessions.
    Lee Igel, Forbes.com, 24 June 2025
  • Join to mingle with fellow tutors and explore different learning manipulatives.
    Jake Richardson, Mercury News, 23 June 2025
Noun
  • Strawberry Basil Lemonade Fresca: Refreshing lemonade made with agave nectar and a strawberry puree fruit blend, infused with fresh strawberries and basil.
    Ronny Maye, Forbes.com, 27 June 2025
  • The selection fulfilled a years-long expectation that Flagg — with a generational blend of size, athleticism and play-making prowess — would become a first-overall pick.
    Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 26 June 2025
Verb
  • The publicly available data dashboard, unveiled by officials on Tuesday, integrates information from police, the court system, jails and prisons with the goal of creating a fuller picture of how cases move through the system from start to finish.
    Madeline Buckley, Chicago Tribune, 29 June 2025
  • Additionally, Strava, a digital activity tracking app, is integrated into routes around the resort.
    Dominique Fluker, Essence, 28 June 2025
Verb
  • Side-stepping the kind of vast content-library construction now associated with services like Amazon Prime Video or HBO Max, Apple TV+ has accumulated just a few hundred titles over its six years in existence, curated around its relatively tiny collection of original films and TV shows.
    Chris Lee, Vulture, 27 June 2025
  • Parades, speeches, picnics, time with our families and fireworks are events commonly associated with the Fourth of July.
    Naperville Sun, Chicago Tribune, 27 June 2025
Noun
  • This is an amalgamation of various breaches, collecting data from multiple sources including infostealers on PCs.
    Zak Doffman, Forbes.com, 22 June 2025
  • The topics of this show have married this moment in our country, and my character is an amalgamation of so many people.
    Matt Donnelly, Variety, 13 June 2025
Verb
  • Spent is an attempt to merge the early lessons of writing and drawing Dykes with those learned from the more mainstream books that followed.
    Book Marks June 26, Literary Hub, 26 June 2025
  • The company said Kroger held off on closing stores amid efforts to merge with fellow grocery giant Albertsons.
    Jessica Alvarado Gamez, Denver Post, 25 June 2025

Browse Nearby Words

Cite this Entry

“Mix.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mix. Accessed 6 Jul. 2025.

More from Merriam-Webster on mix

Last Updated: - Updated example sentences
Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!