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concoction

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /kənˈkɒkʃən/

KK: /kənˈkɑkʃən/

noun
Definition

A mixture made by combining different ingredients, often in a creative or unusual way.


Example

She created a delicious concoction of fruits and spices for the dessert.


Conversation
Sloth A
I just tried this new smoothie recipe, and it was quite a concoction of fruits and veggies.
Sloth B
That sounds interesting! What did you put in it?
Sloth A
I mixed spinach, banana, and a bit of almond milk for a unique concoction.
Sloth B
I love that combination! I might have to give it a try.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
mixture
blend
potion
Antonyms
separation
division
dispersal
Root Explanation

Concoction is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "coctio" (from "coquere", meaning to cook). The word describes the process of cooking ingredients together to create a mixture or blend.

Memory Tip

Think of cooking ingredients 'together' ('con-') to create a mixture — that's what concoction means.

Visually Confused Words
convocation
coction
consociation
conviction
convection
contortion
contection
consortion
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