amalgamate
/əˈmælɡəˌmeɪt/
Group 18Difficulty 2/3
Definition
- (verb)
- To combine or unite to form one organization or structure GRE
Example in Context
The two departments were amalgamated into a single entity to eliminate redundancies and improve coordination between previously siloed teams.
Synonyms
combinemergeblend
Etymology
To 'marry' together different elements into one.
- amal- (Latin) — to combine
- -gamate (Latin) — to marry
Memory Aid
🛍️Sounds like “a mall game mate”
If you play a game at the MALL and AMALGAMATE your purchases, you're combining all your shopping into one giant bag!
Visual Association
🔗Two rivers flowing into one, creating a powerful current together.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “amalgamate” mean on the GRE?
amalgamate (verb) means “To combine or unite to form one organization or structure”. The two departments were amalgamated into a single entity to eliminate redundancies and improve coordination between previously siloed teams.
How to remember “amalgamate” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “amalgamate” sounds like “a mall game mate”. If you play a game at the MALL and AMALGAMATE your purchases, you're combining all your shopping into one giant bag!
What are synonyms for “amalgamate”?
Common synonyms: combine, merge, blend.