Mixture
ˈmɪkstʃər
Definitions
2 meaningsA combination of two or more substances or things that are blended together.
ˈmɪkstʃər
A combination of different substances or things.
The artist used a mixture of colors to create the painting.
💡 Simply: Imagine you're making a smoothie! You put different fruits and yogurt in the blender. That blended bunch of stuff is a mixture. It's just different things all mixed together, like a mixed bag of candy!
👶 For kids: When you put different things together and stir them up, it's called a mixture!
More Examples
The scientist analyzed the mixture of gases in the atmosphere.
The chef prepared a delicious mixture of spices for the marinade.
How It's Used
"The experiment resulted in a complex mixture of chemicals."
"Carefully combine all ingredients into a smooth mixture."
"The town was a mixture of old and new architecture."
A group or collection of diverse individuals or elements.
ˈmɪkstʃər
A person or group of diverse people.
The city is a vibrant mixture of different ethnic groups.
💡 Simply: When you have a group of friends and they’re all different - some are silly, some are quiet, some love sports, some love art - that's a mixture of personalities. It's like a smoothie of people!
👶 For kids: When you have a group of people who are all different, like some are tall and some are short, it's a mixture!
More Examples
The book features a mixture of genres, including romance and mystery.
The band's music is a mixture of rock and jazz.
How It's Used
"The school's student body was a rich mixture of different cultures."
"The committee represented a mixture of viewpoints."
Synonyms & Antonyms
Idioms & expressions
mixed feelings
Experiencing both positive and negative emotions about something.
"She had mixed feelings about moving to a new city; she was excited but also sad to leave her friends."
a mixture of
A combination of elements, things, or people.
"The party was a mixture of old friends and new acquaintances."
From Middle English mixtur, from Latin mixtūra, from mixtus, past participle of miscere ('to mix').
The word 'mixture' has been used since the Middle Ages to describe a blending of substances or a combination of things. Its usage has remained fairly consistent over time.
Memory tip
Think of a cake recipe: all the ingredients are combined to create a mixture.
Word Origin
"to mix, mingle, or combine"