Coalesce
Verb
Definition: Come together to form one mass or whole.
Definition: Combine or unite to form a whole.
Synonyms: Merge, Fuse, Unite, Combine
Antonyms: Separate, Divide, Segregate
Examples:
- The two companies decided to coalesce and form a stronger entity.
- The droplets of water coalesced into a larger puddle.
Mnemonics:
- 'Coalesce' can be thought of as "co-" (together) + "alesce" (form or unite).
Etymology:
Origin:
Late 16th century from Latin 'coalescere', from 'co-' (together) + 'alescere' (increase).
Historical Usage:The word 'coalesce' has been used since the late 16th century with its current meaning.
Related Idioms:
Idiom:
"Coalesce into a single entity"
Explanation:Refers to multiple things or groups coming together as one whole.
Misconceptions:
Misconception:
Confusing 'coalesce' with 'collapse'.
Explanation:While both words involve things coming together, 'coalesce' implies unification and combination, while 'collapse' implies a sudden fall or breakdown.