Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: /kəʊəˈlɛsəns/
KK: /koʊəˈlɛsəns/
Definition
The process of coming together to form one whole or to unite.
Example
The coalescence of different cultures can create a rich and diverse community.
Conversation

Have you ever thought about how cool coalescence is in nature?

Definitely! It's amazing to see how things can merge and create something new.

Right? I love how it happens in rivers where streams come together.

Exactly, that kind of coalescence creates such beautiful landscapes.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Antonyms
division
separation
disunion
Root Explanation
Coalescence is formed from "co-" (meaning together) and "alescere" (meaning to grow). The word describes the process of growing together or merging into a single entity.
Memory Tip
Think of things 'growing together' — 'co-' means together, and 'alescere' means to grow.
Visually Confused Words
calescence
incoalescence
convalescence
opalescence
recalescence
incalescence
decalescence
calorescence