mingle

verb

ˈmiŋ-gəl How to pronounce mingle (audio)
Definition of minglenext
1
as in to combine
to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout the site where the river and the ocean mingle their waters to form a broad estuary

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2
as in to mix
to take part in social activities mingling at a cocktail party

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How is the word mingle different from other verbs like it?

Some common synonyms of mingle are amalgamate, blend, coalesce, commingle, fuse, merge, and mix. While all these words mean "to combine into a more or less uniform whole," mingle usually suggests that the elements are still somewhat distinguishable or separately active.

fear mingled with anticipation in my mind

When might amalgamate be a better fit than mingle?

While the synonyms amalgamate and mingle are close in meaning, amalgamate implies the forming of a close union without complete loss of individual identities.

refugees who were readily amalgamated into the community

When is blend a more appropriate choice than mingle?

In some situations, the words blend and mingle are roughly equivalent. However, blend implies that the elements as such disappear in the resulting mixture.

blended several teas to create a balanced flavor

Where would coalesce be a reasonable alternative to mingle?

The words coalesce and mingle are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, coalesce implies an affinity in the merging elements and usually a resulting organic unity.

telling details that coalesce into a striking portrait

When could commingle be used to replace mingle?

The synonyms commingle and mingle are sometimes interchangeable, but commingle implies a closer or more thorough mingling.

a sense of duty commingled with a fierce pride drove her

When can fuse be used instead of mingle?

Although the words fuse and mingle have much in common, fuse stresses oneness and indissolubility of the resulting product.

a building in which modernism and classicism are fused

When is it sensible to use merge instead of mingle?

While in some cases nearly identical to mingle, merge suggests a combining in which one or more elements are lost in the whole.

in his mind reality and fantasy merged

When would mix be a good substitute for mingle?

The words mix and mingle can be used in similar contexts, but mix may or may not imply loss of each element's identity.

mix the salad greens
mix a drink

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Recent Examples of mingle Before Trump’s speech, the Silicon Valley billionaires stood in front of many of Trump’s Cabinet picks, turning around to mingle with some of the incoming secretaries who will directly influence their businesses. —Samantha Putterman, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025 There is no question the trial painted a damning portrait of Combs, the hip-hop star who built a massive music, fashion and lifestyle empire and mingled with the elites of American society and power. —Richard Winton, Los Angeles Times, 30 June 2025 Guests have mingled all weekend wearing an array of luxury designers, including vintage Roberto Cavalli, Dolce & Gabbana, Oscar de la Renta and Versace. —Leah Dolan, CNN Money, 27 June 2025 Malaparte briefly worked in the war ministry, then tried law school, before eking out a living as a journalist among Rome’s bohemians, mingling with artists like Giorgio de Chirico. —Thomas Meaney, New Yorker, 2 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for mingle
Recent Examples of Synonyms for mingle
  1. combine
  2. mix
  3. merge
  4. socialize
  5. integrate
  6. blend
  7. amalgamate
  8. intermingle
Verb
  • This fruity-floral fusion combines the essence of orange with earthy florals like rose, neroli, and patchouli.
    — Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 15 July 2025
  • The series combines live-action performance with photorealistic, real-time interactivity powered by game engine technology.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 15 July 2025
Definition of combine
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  • Brown points out that this is particularly important in a city like Chicago, with its array of neighborhoods and the multitude of cultures and languages that mix and meld into the spirit of the city.
    — John Warner, Chicago Tribune, 19 July 2025
  • All-day restaurant Daisy’s Café mixes global flavors with Kenyan flair, and the results are tremendous.
    — DeMarco Williams, Forbes.com, 18 July 2025
Definition of mix
Verb
  • Think Airbnb, which merged residential space with the lodging industry.
    — Jessica Mendoza, Forbes.com, 20 July 2025
  • The number of freight trains traveling through Elgin and surrounding communities has increased since the Canadian Pacific and Kansas City Southern merged to form the CPKC.
    — Gloria Casas, Chicago Tribune, 18 July 2025
Definition of merge
Verb
  • Trump socialized with Epstein and is among the many high-profile passengers named on flight logs of Epstein's private plane.
    — Jolene Almendarez, The Enquirer, 23 July 2025
  • There are also persistent questions about the history of Trump and Epstein’s relationship, as the two previously socialized.
    — Rebecca Schneid, Time, 19 July 2025
Definition of socialize
Verb
  • The marks a shift in extending the application of AI beyond technical domains to help workers integrate AI in their team.
    — Jeanne Meister, Forbes.com, 23 July 2025
  • Once young people reach the workforce, our internships and onboarding should integrate wellness practices into the foundational skills that help them — and our companies — thrive.
    — Elan Gepner-Dales, Rolling Stone, 23 July 2025
Definition of integrate
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  • From the location to the architecture, every detail is thoughtfully considered to create a lifestyle that blends the charm of rural Idaho with the style and sophistication of a modern home.
    — Bates Homes, Idaho Statesman, 20 July 2025
  • The Dewa Koh Chang The Dewa Koh Chang is a beachfront resort that seamlessly blends rustic architecture with the natural surroundings.
    — Asia London Palomba, Travel + Leisure, 19 July 2025
Definition of blend
Verb
  • With seven of its nine tracks hitting Billboard’s Top Ten, Thriller amalgamated the lines of genre, form and grandly, that of race leading Black music back to its natural position of the forefront amid the clouds of being marginalized.
    — Ime Ekpo, Forbes.com, 26 June 2025
  • Crisp and raw acidity needs time to amalgamate with red fruit.
    — Tom Mullen, Forbes.com, 11 May 2025
Definition of amalgamate
Verb
  • The list goes on, both for objects and fabrics that will intermingle on the shop floor, and online.
    — Samantha Conti, Footwear News, 3 July 2025
  • Metallica opens show with AC/DC tune and classic movie scenes At 8:55, house lights shut off and the stadium roared in anticipation as fan photos intermingled with video footage of the crowd scrolled across six free-standing podium screens that circled the empty in-the-round stage.
    — Melonee Hurt, The Tennessean, 2 July 2025
Definition of intermingle

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