Synonyms for

Medley

Verb / ˈmedli: / Another word for medley — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

a varied mixture of people or things; a musical composition made up of different tunes or songs played one after the other

Synonyms & similar words

pastiche potpourri mixture assortment blend collection combination jumble potpourri variety composition collage patchwork hodgepodge melange mosaic montage selection combo aggregate amalgam conglomerate

Synonyms by register

Formal

mixture assortment conglomeration amalgamation

Informal

mix jumble hodgepodge mashup

Literary

potpourri mosaic patchwork

Antonyms

uniformity monotony sameness consistency order singularity

Common collocations

  • a medley of
  • musical medley
  • medley of sounds
  • medley of colors
  • medley of dishes
  • a delightful medley
  • a strange medley

Word family

noun medley

Usage note

Medley often refers to a mixture of musical pieces played in succession. It can also refer to a varied mixture of other things, such as sounds or colors.

Example sentences

  1. The medley of colors in the sunset was beautiful.
  2. The choir sang a medley of Christmas carols.
  3. The salad had a medley of vegetables like tomatoes, cucumbers, and peppers.
  4. The movie was a medley of action, romance, and comedy.
  5. The artist created a medley of different textures in their painting.

Quotes

  • Life is a medley, composed of lights and shadows.
  • Success is a medley of luck, hard work, and talent.
  • Love is a medley of emotions, including joy, passion, and heartache.

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