mixture
21 synonyms and 2 antonyms for mixture, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Something made by combining two or more different substances or elements.
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Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Antonyms
How to use mixture
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French "misture," from Latin "mixtura," meaning "a mixing" — from the verb "miscere," "to mix."
Full origin of mixture →Frequently asked questions
What does “mixture” mean?
The word “mixture” means something made by combining two or more different substances or elements. In plain terms, a blend of different things combined together, whether ingredients, feelings, or substances.
How do you pronounce “mixture”?
“Mixture” is pronounced MIHKST-shuh (/ˈmɪkst͡ʃɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “mixture” in a sentence?
Here is “mixture” used in a sentence: “Add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture and stir.”
What is another word for “mixture”?
Words with a similar meaning to “mixture” include admixture, alloy, amalgam, blend, bouillabaisse and cocktail.
What is the opposite of “mixture”?
The opposite of “mixture” — its antonyms — are non-mixture and simple.
What part of speech is “mixture”?
“Mixture” is a noun.
Where does the word “mixture” come from?
The word “mixture” comes from Latin. From Old French "misture," from Latin "mixtura," meaning "a mixing" — from the verb "miscere," "to mix.".
Is “mixture” a common word?
“Mixture” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
What is the difference between a "mixture" and a "solution" in chemistry?
A "mixture" is any combination of two or more substances that keep their own properties and can often be separated, while a "solution" is a specific kind of mixture in which one substance dissolves completely and evenly into another. All solutions are mixtures, but not all mixtures are solutions.
What is the difference between a "mixture" and a "compound"?
A "mixture" combines substances physically without changing them chemically, so its parts can be separated again, while a "compound" is a single substance whose elements are chemically bonded in fixed proportions. Mixing sand and salt makes a mixture; forming water from hydrogen and oxygen makes a compound.
When should you use "mixture" instead of "mix"?
"Mixture" is the noun for the resulting combination and suits formal or written contexts, while "mix" works as both a noun and a verb and feels more casual. You bake with a cake mixture, but you "mix" the ingredients.
What are common words that go with "mixture"?
"Mixture" often follows "a" and pairs with "strange," "odd," or "heady" to describe surprising combinations, and with "of" to name the parts, as in "a mixture of excitement and fear."