Mixture — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈmiks-chər/ mix·ture

Meaning & Definition of Mixture

Mixture (noun)

  1. the act, the process, or an instance of mixing
  2. the state of being mixed
  3. the relative proportions of constituents; especially, the proportion of fuel to air produced in a carburetor

Mixture (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. a distinct entity formed by the combining of two or more different things

    "add eggs to the mixture of dry ingredients"

    similar: admixture, alloy, amalgam, amalgamation, blend, cocktail, combination, composite, compound, conflation, emulsion, fusion, intermixture, meld, mix, synthesis
    related: half-and-half, absorption, blending, coalescence, coalition, commingling, commixture, compost, concretion, homogenization, immingling, immixture, incorporation, integration, interfusion, intermingling, mergence, merger, merging, mingling, assortment, hash, hodgepodge, hotchpotch, jumble, medley, mélange, mishmash, motley, patchwork, potpourri, variety, accumulation, aggregation, conglomeration
    near: component, constituent, element, ingredient

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Mixture

The most common words with a similar meaning to Mixture:

admixture, alloy, amalgam, amalgamation, blend, cocktail, combination, composite, compound, conflation, emulsion, fusion, intermixture, meld, mix, synthesis

Related Words for Mixture

half-and-half, absorption, blending, coalescence, coalition, commingling, commixture, compost, concretion, homogenization, immingling, immixture, incorporation, integration, interfusion, intermingling, mergence, merger, merging, mingling, assortment, hash, hodgepodge, hotchpotch, jumble, medley, mélange, mishmash, motley, patchwork

Near Antonyms of Mixture

component, constituent, element, ingredient

Origin & Etymology of Mixture

Middle English, from Anglo-French & Latin; Anglo-French, from Latin mixtura, from mixtus

First known use: 15th century

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Mixture

Words & Phrases Containing Mixture

bordeaux mixture, cough mixture

Frequently Asked Questions about Mixture

What does "Mixture" mean?

"Mixture" means the act, the process, or an instance of mixing. As a noun, it is defined as: the act, the process, or an instance of mixing.

What is another word for "Mixture"?

Other words for "Mixture" include admixture, alloy, amalgam, amalgamation, blend, cocktail, combination and composite. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Mixture" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Mixture"?

There are 51 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Mixture". Common alternatives include admixture, alloy, amalgam, amalgamation, blend, cocktail, combination, composite, compound and conflation.

How do you use "Mixture" in a sentence?

Examples of "Mixture" in a sentence: "add eggs to the mixture of dry ingredients".

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

"Mixture" is a noun.

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

As a B1-level word, "Mixture" is typical of Cambridge B1 Preliminary (PET), IELTS band 4.0–5.0, TOEFL iBT 42–71, PTE Academic 43–58, TOEIC Listening & Reading 550+.

How do you pronounce "Mixture"?

"Mixture" is pronounced /ˈmiks-chər/ and divided into syllables as mix·ture.

What is the origin of the word "Mixture"?

"Mixture" comes from Middle English, from Anglo-French & Latin; Anglo-French, from Latin mixtura, from mixtus. First known use: 15th century.