merge
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /mɜrdʒ/
KK: /mɜrdʒ/
intransitive verb
Definition
To come together and combine into one thing or group.
Example
The two rivers merge into a larger river.
Tense Forms
Past: merged
Past Participle: merged
Conversation
Have you noticed how our ideas seem to merge when we brainstorm together?
Yeah, it's like we build off each other's thoughts.
Exactly! I love how the best concepts just merge naturally.
For sure, it makes the process so much more enjoyable.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
combine
unite
blend
Antonyms
separate
divide
split
transitive verb
Definition
To combine two or more things into one, often gradually or smoothly.
Example
The two companies decided to merge to create a stronger business.
Tense Forms
Past: merged
Past Participle: merged
Conversation
Have you heard about the plan to merge the two departments at work?
Yeah, I've heard some talk about it. What do you think?
I think it could be beneficial if they merge effectively.
Root Explanation
Merge → It originates from the Latin word 'mergere' (meaning to dip or plunge). The word 'merge' means to dip or plunge two or more things together into one.
Memory Tip
Think of 'dipping' or 'plunging' things together — that's why merge means to combine or blend.
Visually Confused Words
emerge
mere
unmerge
remerge
immerge
verge
serge
merse