Amalgam — How do you even pronounce this one?
A fancy word for mix (the noun).
If you’re an amalgam of different qualities, then you embody these qualities.
📚️ Definition of Amalgam
Amalgam (noun): A mixture or blend of different elements, often combining to form something new. Example: an amalgam of cultures, languages, and cuisines.
🗣️ Pronunciation of Amalgam
IPA: /əˈmæl.ɡəm/ (See IPA key)
Respelling: uh-MAL-guhm
📰 Examples of Amalgam
Here are some examples of the word amalgam:
Diva’s personality was an amalgam of her grandmother’s wisdom, her father’s corny humor, and her own rebellious streak.
American English has been shaped by an amalgam of influences from Native American languages, French, Spanish, and countless immigrant communities.