Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
conflate
verb
/kənˈfleɪt/
Definition
To combine two or more things into one, often resulting in a blurring of differences.
Examples
- Many people conflate success with happiness, thinking one leads to the other.
- The author tends to conflate historical facts with fiction in their writing.
- It’s easy to conflate different cultures when you travel to a new country.
Meaning
When you conflate ideas or concepts, you mix them together in a way that may overlook their distinct characteristics.
Synonyms
- merge
- combine
- blend
- mix
- fuse
