Intermingled: meaning, definitions and examples

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intermingled

 

[ ɪn.tərˈmɪŋ.ɡəld ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

mixed together

Intermingled refers to the state of being mixed or blended together. This term is often used to describe elements that have been combined in such a way that they can no longer be distinguished from one another. For instance, intermingled colors might blend so seamlessly that the individual hues become hard to identify. This concept can also apply to social groups or ideas, indicating a lack of clear boundaries between different entities. In essence, intermingled describes a coalescence that creates a new, unified whole.

Synonyms

blended, combined, entangled, intertwined, mixed

Examples of usage

  • The intermingled scents of spices filled the air.
  • Their intermingled lives created a rich tapestry of experiences.
  • The intermingled colors of the sunset were breathtaking.

Translations

Translations of the word "intermingled" in other languages:

🇵🇹 misturado

🇮🇳 आपस में मिलाया हुआ

🇩🇪 vermischt

🇮🇩 tercampur

🇺🇦 перемішаний

🇵🇱 zmieszany

🇯🇵 混ざり合った

🇫🇷 mélangé

🇪🇸 entremezclado

🇹🇷 karışık

🇰🇷 섞인

🇸🇦 مختلط

🇨🇿 smíšený

🇸🇰 zmiešaný

🇨🇳 交织的

🇸🇮 mešan

🇮🇸 blanda

🇰🇿 араласқан

🇬🇪 შერეული

🇦🇿 qarışıq

🇲🇽 entremezclado

Word origin

The word 'intermingled' stems from the prefix 'inter-', meaning 'between' or 'among', combined with the past participle of 'mingled', which originates from the Old English 'mengan', meaning 'to mix or mingle'. The usage of 'intermingled' can be traced back to at least the 16th century, where it was utilized in both literary and everyday contexts to describe the blending of different elements. Over time, the word has maintained its essential meaning of mixing, particularly in contexts where distinct entities come together to form a unified whole. The gradual evolution in its usage reflects not only linguistic changes but also cultural shifts in the way we perceive the interactions between various components in both physical and abstract realms.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,851, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.