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mixed

|mixed|

B1

/mɪkst/

(mix)

combine elements

Base FormPresent3rd Person Sing.PastPast ParticiplePresent ParticipleNounAdjective
mixmixesmixesmixedmixedmixingmixturemixable
Etymology
Etymology Information

'mixed' originates from the Latin word 'miscere,' meaning 'to mix.'

Historical Evolution

'miscere' transformed into the Old English word 'mixen,' and eventually became the modern English word 'mix.'

Meaning Changes

Initially, it meant 'to combine or blend,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.

Meanings by Part of Speech

Adjective 1

consisting of different qualities or elements.

The salad was made with mixed greens.

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Adjective 2

having both positive and negative aspects.

The movie received mixed reviews from critics.

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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39