mix
19 synonyms and 3 antonyms for mix, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Verb — To combine two or more substances or things together so they blend.
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Less common
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Antonyms
How to use mix
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old English "miscian," from a Proto-Germanic root meaning "to mix," ultimately related to Latin "misceo" (the source of "mixture" and "miscellaneous").
Full origin of mix →Frequently asked questions
What does “mix” mean?
The word “mix” means to combine two or more substances or things together so they blend. In plain terms, to stir, blend, or combine things together, or the resulting blend itself.
How do you pronounce “mix”?
“Mix” is pronounced MIHKS (/ˈmɪks/ in IPA).
How do you use “mix” in a sentence?
Here is “mix” used in a sentence: “Mix the flour and sugar before adding the eggs.”
What is another word for “mix”?
Words with a similar meaning to “mix” include combine, mingle, intermix, mix together, mix up and admix.
What is the opposite of “mix”?
The opposite of “mix” — its antonyms — are disentangle, purify and unmix.
What part of speech is “mix”?
Depending on how it is used, “mix” can be a verb and a noun.
Where does the word “mix” come from?
The word “mix” comes from Latin. From Old English "miscian," from a Proto-Germanic root meaning "to mix," ultimately related to Latin "misceo" (the source of "mixture" and "miscellaneous").
Is “mix” a common word?
“Mix” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the A2 level.
What is the difference between 'mix' and 'blend'?
To mix is to combine two or more things together. To blend is to mix them so thoroughly that they become smooth and uniform, losing their separate identities. Blending implies a fuller, seamless result — you might mix a salad, but you blend a smoothie until it's completely smooth.
What is the difference between mixing and stirring?
Mixing is the goal — combining substances so they blend into one. Stirring is one method of doing it: the circular motion, usually with a spoon or utensil, that brings the substances together. You stir in order to mix, but you can also mix by shaking, whisking, or folding.
What is an example of mixing?
Everyday examples include stirring sugar into coffee, combining flour, eggs, and butter to make a batter, blending two paint colors into a new shade, or shaking oil and vinegar into a dressing. In each case, separate things are brought together so they combine into a single mixture.