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Synonyms & Similar Words
mix
blend
merger
fusion
amalgam
integration
synthesis
union
alliance
coalition
partnership
association
grouping
teaming
combining
mingling
merging
fusing
joining
uniting
linking
pairing
matching
coordinating
aligning
harmonizing
synchronizing
compromise
arrangement
configuration
assortment
collection
aggregation
assemblage
integration
unification
consolidation
Meaning of Combination
The primary meaning of the word "Combination" refers to the act of combining or the state of being combined, where different things are brought together to form a new whole.
Definitions
- The act of combining or the state of being combined, especially in a way that produces a new whole with its own characteristics
- A group of people, things, or ideas that are put together, especially in order to achieve something
- A way of selecting or arranging items, such as numbers or letters, in a particular order
Etymology of Combination
The word "Combination" originates from the Latin words "com" meaning "together" and "binare" meaning "to pair" or "to yoke", with the suffix "-ation" indicating a process or result
Historically, the term has been used in various contexts, including mathematics, chemistry, and social sciences, to describe the act of bringing together different elements to form a new entity
Example Uses
- The company is a combination of several smaller businesses that merged to form a larger corporation
- The combination of flavors in the recipe created a unique and delicious dish
- The combination lock requires a specific sequence of numbers to open
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
separation
division
distinction
isolation
detachment
disunion
disconnection
dissociation
fragmentation
splitting
severance
dispersal
scattering
segregation
differentiation
contrast
opposition
exclusion
rejection
elimination
removal
expulsion