Definition

A group or collection of different things or parts that are gathered together.

Example

The museum displayed a congeries of artifacts from various cultures.

Conversation

Have you noticed how our neighborhood is just a congeries of different cultures?

Yeah, it's fascinating! You can find food from all over the world here.

Exactly! It feels like every street has its own unique vibe.

I love that — it makes living here so much more interesting.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Congeries → It is formed from "con-" (meaning together) and "gerere" (meaning to carry or bear). The word refers to a collection or heap of things that are brought together.

Memory Tip

Think of things being 'brought together' ('con-') in a 'heap' or 'collection' ('gerere'). This helps you remember that 'congeries' means a collection of items.

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