Integrate — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /ˈin-tə-ˌgrāt/ in·te·grate

Meaning & Definition of Integrate

Integrate (verb)

  1. to form, coordinate, or blend into a functioning or unified whole, unite
  2. to incorporate into a larger unit
  3. to unite with something else

Integrate (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to make a part of a body or system

    "integrate the new developments into our understanding of cancer"

    similar: absorb, assimilate, co-opt, embody, incorporate
    related: amalgamate, blend, combine, commingle, fuse, intermingle, merge, mingle, acculturate, accustom, condition, enculturate, habituate, naturalize

  2. to turn into a single mass or entity that is more or less the same throughout

    "integrate the powders thoroughly before adding them to the liquid"

    similar: amalgamate, blend, combine, comingle, commingle, commix, composite, concrete, conflate, fuse, homogenize, immingle, immix, incorporate, interfuse, intermingle, intermix, meld, merge, mingle, mix
    related: add, admix, beat (in), cut in, fold, stir, toss, coalesce, compound, emulsify, conjoin, join, knit, link, unite, intertwine, interweave, weave
    opposite: break down, break up, separate, unmix
    near: cleave, disjoin, disunite, divide, divorce, part, rupture, sever, sunder, disperse, dissolve, scatter, detach, disengage, split

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Integrate

The most common words with a similar meaning to Integrate:

absorb, assimilate, co-opt, embody, incorporate, amalgamate, blend, combine, comingle, commingle, commix, composite, concrete, conflate, fuse, homogenize, immingle, immix, interfuse, intermingle, intermix, meld, merge, mingle, mix

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Integrate

Words with the opposite meaning of Integrate:

break down, break up, separate, unmix

Related Words for Integrate

acculturate, accustom, condition, enculturate, habituate, naturalize, add, admix, beat (in), cut in, fold, stir, toss, coalesce, compound, emulsify, conjoin, join, knit, link, unite, intertwine, interweave, weave

Near Antonyms of Integrate

cleave, disjoin, disunite, divide, divorce, part, rupture, sever, sunder, disperse, dissolve, scatter, detach, disengage, split

Word Forms of Integrate

Inflections: integrated, integrating

Origin & Etymology of Integrate

Latin integratus, past participle of integrare, from integr-, integer

First known use: circa 1586t

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Integrate

Frequently Asked Questions about Integrate

What does "Integrate" mean?

"Integrate" means to form, coordinate, or blend into a functioning or unified whole, unite. As a verb, it is defined as: to form, coordinate, or blend into a functioning or unified whole, unite. It has 2 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Integrate"?

Other words for "Integrate" include absorb, assimilate, co-opt, embody, incorporate, amalgamate, blend and combine. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Integrate" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Integrate"?

There are 49 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Integrate". Common alternatives include absorb, assimilate, co-opt, embody, incorporate, amalgamate, blend, combine, comingle and commingle.

What is the opposite of "Integrate"?

Antonyms of "Integrate" include break down, break up, separate and unmix. Near antonyms include cleave, disjoin, disunite and divide.

How do you use "Integrate" in a sentence?

Examples of "Integrate" in a sentence: "integrate the new developments into our understanding of cancer"; "integrate the powders thoroughly before adding them to the liquid".

Is "Integrate" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Integrate" is a verb.

Is "Integrate" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Integrate" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Integrate"?

"Integrate" is pronounced /ˈin-tə-ˌgrāt/ and divided into syllables as in·te·grate.