mishmash

noun
UK: /ˈmɪʃ.mæʃ/
US: /ˈmɪʃ.mɑːʃ/

  1. A confused mixture of different things.

    1. The song was a mishmash of pop and jazz.
    2. Her wardrobe is a mishmash of styles that somehow works well together.

  2. A disorganized collection or jumble of items.

    1. The drawer was a mishmash of old papers.
    2. The attic contained a mishmash of furniture and forgotten treasures.

Synonyms

hodgepodge jumble medley motley patchwork potpourri

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "mishmash" in English means: A confused mixture of different things., A disorganized collection or jumble of items..

The phonetic transcription of "mishmash" is /ˈmɪʃ.mæʃ/ in British English and /ˈmɪʃ.mɑːʃ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "mishmash": hodgepodge, jumble, medley, motley, patchwork, potpourri.

Example usage of "mishmash": "The song was a mishmash of pop and jazz.". More examples on the page.