B2verb 2K

Integrate

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈɪntɪɡreɪt/","/ˈɪntɪɡreɪts/","/ˈɪntɪɡreɪtɪd/","/ˈɪntɪɡreɪtɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈɪntɪɡreɪt/","/ˈɪntɪɡreɪts/","/ˈɪntɪɡreɪtɪd/","/ˈɪntɪɡreɪtɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Integrate

to combine two or more things so that they work together; to combine with something else in this way

In simple words: To combine things into a whole.

Integrate in a sentence

• We need to integrate new technology into our existing systems.
• The curriculum was designed to integrate various subjects, such as math and science.
• She struggled to integrate with her new classmates during the first week of school.
• To solve this problem, we must integrate both our ideas and feedback.
• It's essential to integrate the local community’s feedback into the project.
• The artist decided to integrate elements from different cultures in her work.
• When you integrate functions in calculus, you find the area under a curve.

How to use Integrate

Use 'integrate' in formal and neutral contexts, particularly in academic or professional settings. It is typically not used in casual conversations.

Grammar pattern

integrate + object + into + whole

Memory hint

Think of 'integrate' as 'in-great', like making things great by bringing them together.

Related words

Collocations with Integrate

• closely
• tightly
• well
• into
• with
• highly integrated
• poorly integrated
• well
• completely
• fully
• into
• with

Synonyms for Integrate

• combine
• unify
• merge
• consolidate
• blend

Opposites of Integrate

• segregate
• isolate
• separate

Common mistakes with Integrate

• Confused with 'segregate', which means to separate.
• Using 'integrate' with an incorrect preposition, e.g., 'integrate with' instead of 'into'.
• Incorrectly using 'integrate' as a noun instead of a verb.

Frequently asked questions about Integrate

What does Integrate mean?

To combine things into a whole.

What is the definition of Integrate?

to combine two or more things so that they work together; to combine with something else in this way

How do you use Integrate in a sentence?

We need to integrate new technology into our existing systems.

Can you give another example of Integrate?

The curriculum was designed to integrate various subjects, such as math and science.

What are synonyms for Integrate?

Common alternatives include combine, unify, merge, consolidate, blend.

What is the opposite of Integrate?

Opposite meanings include segregate, isolate, separate.

What words go with Integrate?

It commonly pairs with closely, tightly, well, into, with, highly integrated, poorly integrated, well, completely, fully, into, with.

What are common mistakes when using Integrate?

Confused with 'segregate', which means to separate. Using 'integrate' with an incorrect preposition, e.g., 'integrate with' instead of 'into'. Incorrectly using 'integrate' as a noun instead of a verb.

How do you pronounce Integrate?

US: /["/ˈɪntɪɡreɪt/","/ˈɪntɪɡreɪts/","/ˈɪntɪɡreɪtɪd/","/ˈɪntɪɡreɪtɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ˈɪntɪɡreɪt/","/ˈɪntɪɡreɪts/","/ˈɪntɪɡreɪtɪd/","/ˈɪntɪɡreɪtɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Integrate?

Use 'integrate' in formal and neutral contexts, particularly in academic or professional settings. It is typically not used in casual conversations.

What CEFR level is Integrate?

"Integrate" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.