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amalgamation

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /əˌmælɡəˈmeɪʃən/

KK: /əˌmælɡəˈmeɪʃən/

noun
Definition

A process where different things, like companies or materials, are combined into one. This can refer to merging businesses or mixing substances to create something new.


Example

The amalgamation of the two companies created a powerful new entity in the market.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you hear about the amalgamation of those two tech companies?
Sloth B
Yeah, I read about it! It’s going to change the market a lot.
Sloth A
I wonder how the amalgamation will affect their employees.
Sloth B
Hopefully, it brings more opportunities for everyone involved.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
merger
union
blend
Antonyms
division
separation
disunion
Root Explanation

Amalgamation → It is formed from "amalga" (from Latin *amalgama*, meaning a mixture or blend) and the suffix "-tion" (meaning the action or process of). The word "amalgamation" refers to the process of combining or blending different elements into a unified whole.

Memory Tip

Think of 'mixing' different elements together — 'amalgama' means a blend, and '-tion' indicates the process. This helps you remember that amalgamation is the process of blending things together.

Visually Confused Words
reamalgamation
preamalgamation
unamalgamating
malaxation
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