B1 formal 3K

Aggregate

UK //ˈæɡrɪɡeɪt// US //ˈæɡrɪɡeɪt// Pronunciation

Definition

To combine multiple elements into a single entity.

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In simple words: to combine things into a whole

Examples

• The data will be used to aggregate the results from various studies.
• We need to aggregate all feedback before making a decision.
• The report aggregates various economic indicators.

Usage notes

Used in academic and technical contexts. Not appropriate for casual conversation.

Grammar pattern

aggregate + object

Memory hint

Sounds like 'agg-ra-gate' — imagine loading multiple items onto a gate.

Collocations

• aggregate data
• aggregate results
• aggregate value

Synonyms

• assemble
• collect
• consolidate
• gather
• amass

Antonyms

• disaggregate
• divide
• separate

Common mistakes

• Confused with 'aggregate' as a noun.
• Using it in informal contexts.
• Incorrect verb tense usage.