Synonyms for

Merge

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

Definition

to combine or come together to form a single entity

Synonyms & similar words

commingle coalesce meld immix mix unite unify conflate flux disunify fuse blend combine combine unite blend amalgamate integrate fuse mix coalesce consolidate join link connect incorporate mingle meld intermingle intermix commingle homogenize synthesize

Synonyms by register

Formal

combine unite integrate amalgamate

Informal

join mix blend lump together

Literary

conflate fuse mingle

Antonyms

separate divide split detach disunite diverge

Common collocations

  • merge into one
  • merge with
  • merge accounts
  • merge data
  • merge companies
  • merge lanes
  • merge skills

Word family

noun merger
verb merge
adjective mergable

Usage note

Often used in business contexts to describe the joining of two companies. Be careful not to confuse 'merge' with 'emerge', which means to come out of something.

Example sentences

  1. The two rivers merge to form a larger river.
  2. The company decided to merge with its competitor to increase profits.
  3. The colors in the painting merge together to create a beautiful image.
  4. Let's merge our ideas and come up with an even better plan.
  5. The two teams will merge to form a stronger team.

Quotes

  • In the right light, at the right time, everything is extraordinary. - Aaron Rose
  • The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others. - Mahatma Gandhi
  • The only way to do great work is to love what you do. - Steve Jobs

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