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coalescence

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /kəʊəˈlɛsəns/

KK: /koʊəˈlɛsəns/

noun
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
Sloth A
Have you ever thought about how cool coalescence is in nature?
Sloth B
Definitely! It's amazing to see how things can merge and create something new.
Sloth A
Right? I love how it happens in rivers where streams come together.
Sloth B
Exactly, that kind of coalescence creates such beautiful landscapes.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
fusion
union
merger
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
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