AMALGAM Synonyms: 55 Similar and Opposite Words

amalgam

noun

ə-ˈmal-gəm

Definition of amalgam

as in amalgamation

a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things a church that is an amalgam of traditional and modern architectural styles

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Recent Examples of amalgam This does seem like a way to claw back patriotism from its more exploitative uses, and even celebrate a nation that has become an amalgam of people from everywhere in the world. — Gal Beckerman, The Atlantic, 8 June 2026 The 24,000-acre amalgam of forests, limestone caves, and undulating peaks features 85 trail miles to get your steps in. — Stephanie Vermillion, Travel + Leisure, 7 June 2026 The Amsterdam Polaroids extended Ghirri’s penchant for quotidian surrealism with some strenuous amalgams. — James Quandt, Artforum, 2 June 2026 During the temperate months, the lush atrium will be filled with an amalgam of well-heeled, work-from-home types and creative artists who likely live in the neighborhood. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 21 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for amalgam

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Noun

As the name implies in a study published today in Nature, these previously unobserved entities are an amalgamation of space-time collapse and stellar forces.

— Andrew Paul, Popular Science, 12 Aug. 2026
The New York Supreme Court agreed, finding that Betty Boop was an amalgamation of many contemporary Jazz-era figures.

— Britannica Editors, Encyclopedia Britannica, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of amalgamation

Noun

Add the sugar and date molasses to the brown butter and use a hand mixer (or whisk by hand) until the sugar dissolves and the mixture turns pale.

— ABC News, ABC News, 18 Aug. 2026
The team used a mixture of zinc chloride and lithium bromide salts to dissolve the cellulose.

— Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of mixture

Noun

The study estimates that by 2050, depending on the energy mix, calcium-looping DAC could achieve 85–96 per cent CO₂-removal efficiency.

— Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 13 Aug. 2026
This mix of modernity and tradition works well, both inside and out, where a stroll around the ground’s perimeter switches quickly from feeling gloriously old-school to being brought right up to date.

— Richard Sutcliffe, New York Times, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of mix

Noun

Everything else, including the original two-tone leather interior, Speedline Aero alloy wheels, and striking Gladiator Red paint, remains period-correct.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 11 Aug. 2026
These exotic forms of metal alloys are not as regular as crystals, but not amorphous like glass, which gives them unusual properties.

— Natalie Wolchover, Quanta Magazine, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of alloy

Noun

Somehow, the brand has created a boutique feeling in a resort setting, and there’s no better combination in my eyes.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026
Lagerberg Hoen projects as a middle-six winger due to his great combination of traits, and if healthy, there’s intriguing upside to be a legit scorer.

— Corey Pronman, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of combination

Noun

Inside a fusion machine, the plasma can reach temperatures hotter than the Sun’s core while powerful magnetic fields squeeze it into a tiny, unstable space.

— Rupendra Brahambhatt, Interesting Engineering, 16 Aug. 2026
While first-round pick Broderick Jones has not lived up to his draft position — Pittsburgh did not pick up his fifth-year option and Jones’ outlook is unclear coming off spinal fusion surgery — the Steelers did hit on a number of mid-round picks.

— Mike DeFabo, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2026

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