Word: Mix

Pronunciation

/mɪks/

Definitions

• Noun: A combination of different things; a blend or mixture. For example: “A mix of fruit and nuts in a bowl.”

  • Also used for music: A compilation of songs played or recorded together, often in a specific order or for a particular purpose. Example: “The DJ played an energetic mix of dance tracks.”

• Verb:

  • (transitive) To combine or blend different elements together thoroughly. Example: “She mixed flour, sugar, and eggs to make a cake batter.”
  • (intransitive) To be able to exist or interact harmoniously with others. Example: “His hobbies don’t really mix well with his work schedule.”
  • (figurative) To involve oneself in multiple activities or areas. Example: “She likes to mix business with pleasure during her travels.”

Phrases

• “Mix it up”: To stir things up, create variety, or engage in lively interaction or conflict.
• “A mixed bag”: A varied assortment or collection, sometimes implying both positive and negative elements.
• “Mix and match”: To combine items from different sets or categories, especially when selecting clothes.

Example Sentences

• Noun: “The salad was a tasty mix of fresh vegetables and herbs.”
• Verb: “He mixed all the ingredients together until the dough was smooth.”
• Adjective: “The party had a mixed crowd of young professionals and college students.”

Synonyms

• Blend
• Combine
• Merge
• Stir
• Fuse
• Integrate
• Jumble (for a less orderly mix)
• Mash-up (informal, particularly for music or creative combinations)