coalesce
/kəʊ.əˈlɛs/
Group 3Difficulty 2/3
Definition
- (verb)
- To come together and form one mass or whole GRE
Example in Context
What had begun as scattered protests quickly coalesced into a national movement with a unified set of demands and a coherent leadership structure.
Synonyms
mergeunitecombine
Etymology
To grow together, combining distinct elements into a whole.
- co- (Latin) — together
- alescere (Latin) — to grow
Memory Aid
🔥Sounds like “coal-less”
Imagine COALLESS firewood coming together to form a massive bonfire!
Visual Association
🔗Different colored liquids merging in a beaker to create a new vibrant color.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “coalesce” mean on the GRE?
coalesce (verb) means “To come together and form one mass or whole”. What had begun as scattered protests quickly coalesced into a national movement with a unified set of demands and a coherent leadership structure.
How to remember “coalesce” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “coalesce” sounds like “coal-less”. Imagine COALLESS firewood coming together to form a massive bonfire!
What are synonyms for “coalesce”?
Common synonyms: merge, unite, combine.