Definition

A combination of different substances or elements mixed together to form a single mass.

Example

The intermixture of various cultures can lead to a rich and diverse community.

Conversation

Have you ever tried that new smoothie place downtown?

Not yet, but I heard their intermixture of fruits is amazing!

I love how they blend different flavors together.

Yeah, it really makes for a refreshing drink.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Intermixture → It is formed from "inter-" (meaning between) and "mixtura" (from Latin, meaning mixture). The word describes the act of mixing things together in a way that they are combined between each other.

Memory Tip

Think of things being mixed 'between' ('inter-') each other — that's what intermixture means.

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