Synonyms of consolidation

consolidation

noun

kən-ˌsä-lə-ˈdā-shən 

as in merger

the act or an instance of joining two or more things into one

the consolidation of several intelligence agencies into one super agency

Synonyms & Similar Words

• merger
• unification
• merging
• combining
• connecting
• amalgamation
• combination
• coupling
• union
• connection
• linking
• synthesis
• junction
• fusion
• mixture
• blend
• reunification
• mix
• compounding
• coalescence
• agglomeration
• reunion
• intermingling
• commingling
• intermixture
• mingling

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• division
• dissolution
• split
• breakup
• partition
• schism
• disconnection
• parting
• separation
• disunion
• detachment
• scission
• severance
• divorcement

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of consolidation

Ongoing industry consolidation was a key talking point, with independent eyewear makers doubling down on consumer-facing initiatives and high-end product to knock home their singularity. — Alex Wynne, Footwear News, 30 Sep. 2026

The streaming industry is increasingly moving toward that sort of suffocating consolidation. — Scharon Harding, ArsTechnica, 30 Sep. 2026

Their fate reflected a broader consolidation in the coffee business, as larger companies acquired smaller regional and local brands, Pojmann said. — Peter Burke, FOXNews.com, 29 Sep. 2026

The studio teachers‘ union Local 884 is set to combine with the property craftsperson union Local 44 following a member vote approving the consolidation. — Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 29 Sep. 2026