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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

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Recent Examples of mix
Noun
Every type of Christmas ornament works with this style: Gather around the tree to decorate it in monochrome, all-white, or a colorful mix of every hue. Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 19 July 2025 That has always been a mix of popularity and politics. Troy Renck, Denver Post, 19 July 2025
Verb
Never mix products and always follow the manufacturer’s instructions for properly discarding these items. Patricia Shannon, Southern Living, 17 July 2025 Crack eggs, separate out the egg yolks, and mix into an even consistency. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 17 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for mix
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mix
Noun
  • Divide the steak and onion mixture into four equal portions in the pan and top each portion with 2 slices of cheese.
    Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 25 July 2025
  • As the mixture chills, churns, and stirs, ice crystals slowly form, turning it into soft ice cream that can then be frozen further to firm up.
    Adam Campbell-Schmitt, Bon Appetit Magazine, 24 July 2025
Verb
  • This fruity-floral fusion combines the essence of orange with earthy florals like rose, neroli, and patchouli.
    Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 15 July 2025
  • The series combines live-action performance with photorealistic, real-time interactivity powered by game engine technology.
    Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 15 July 2025
Verb
  • The atmosphere invites mingling between locals and travelers alike, sharing family-style platters, glasses of wine, and stories from Dubrovnik's vibrant food scene.
    Jenn Rice, Forbes.com, 19 July 2025
  • Prince mingled with Lee Iacocca and James Carville as Annie Leibovitz snapped photos.
    Michael Grynbaum, HollywoodReporter, 14 July 2025
Noun
  • Best Restaurants With the perfect blend of delicious, creative food and friendly, professional service, Baran;s 2239’ is an exceptional restaurant set in an unassuming strip mall.
    Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 21 July 2025
  • Success is a blend—a recipe of mental resilience, strategic vision, physical energy, financial intelligence, deep relationships and spiritual grounding.
    Yasir Hashmi, Forbes.com, 21 July 2025
Verb
  • The marks a shift in extending the application of AI beyond technical domains to help workers integrate AI in their team.
    Jeanne Meister, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025
  • Once young people reach the workforce, our internships and onboarding should integrate wellness practices into the foundational skills that help them — and our companies — thrive.
    Elan Gepner-Dales, Rolling Stone, 23 July 2025
Verb
  • Showers and thunderstorms associated with a small area of low pressure located about 900 miles east-southeast of the Lesser Antilles have increased some during the past several hours.
    Marley Malenfant, Austin American Statesman, 22 July 2025
  • That's in addition to the payments the city still has to make to pay off debt associated with the arena.
    John Tuohy, IndyStar, 22 July 2025
Noun
  • The new record, due out this Friday, features the hallmarks of Sparks’ sound: a distinct amalgamation of eccentric lyrics and art rock.
    David Chiu, Forbes.com, 21 May 2025
  • What if there were a smarter amalgamation of the two?
    Brenda Stolyar, Wired News, 2 May 2025
Verb
  • Think Airbnb, which merged residential space with the lodging industry.
    Jessica Mendoza, Forbes.com, 20 July 2025
  • The company merged the teams behind Operator, its first AI agent, and Deep Research, a tool developed to conduct multi-step online research for complex tasks, to form a single group that developed the new tool.
    Beatrice Nolan, Fortune, 18 July 2025

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“Mix.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/mix. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.

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