conflated

[kənˈfleɪtɪd]

conflated Definition

  • 1combine (two or more texts, ideas, etc.) into one
  • 2mix together (two or more things) in a way that is not correct or appropriate

Using conflated: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "conflated" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The two concepts are often conflated in the public's mind.

  • Example

    She conflated her personal grievances with broader political issues.

  • Example

    The article conflates several different events from the same time period.

conflated Synonyms and Antonyms

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Phrases with conflated

  • to combine two or more things in people's minds, especially when they are different

    Example

    The media often conflate Islam with terrorism.

  • to mix two or more things together in a way that is not correct or appropriate

    Example

    The report conflates correlation and causation.

  • to combine two or more things into one

    Example

    The author conflated several characters into one for the movie adaptation.

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Summary: conflated in Brief

To 'conflate' [kənˈfleɪtɪd] means to combine two or more texts, ideas, or things into one, or to mix them together in a way that is not correct or appropriate. Examples include 'The two concepts are often conflated in the public's mind,' and 'She conflated her personal grievances with broader political issues.' The verb extends into phrases like 'conflate something with something,' and 'conflate something into something.'

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