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Homogeneous: Definition, Usage & Examples (2 meaning)
Meaning 1：of the same kind (homogeneous)
homogeneous
/ˌhəʊməˈdʒiːniəs/
adj.
Consisting of people or things that are all of the same kind.
of the same kind
➕
/əv ðə seɪm kaɪnd/
adj.
Describes a group where all members or elements are fundamentally similar or identical in nature, type, or characteristics.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Root Explanation
From Greek 'homos' (same) + 'genos' (kind, race). Literally 'of the same kind'.
💡 Mnemonic
Think 'HOMO-geneous' like 'HOMO-sapiens' - all humans are of the 'same GENES' or kind.
📖 Example
Some people prefer living in a homogeneous neighborhood where most families share similar backgrounds and values.
The neighborhood described has residents with shared characteristics.
🔗 Collocations
homogeneous population – a population with very similar members
homogeneous group – a group with little internal variation
homogeneous mixture – a substance with evenly distributed components
🔄 Synonyms
🚫 Antonyms
diverse (adj.) – showing a great deal of variety
heterogeneous (adj.) – diverse in character or content
varied (adj.) – incorporating a number of different types or elements
🌱 Derivatives
homogeneity (n.) – the quality or state of being homogeneous
homogenize (v.) – to make homogeneous or uniform
📖 Cultural Story
Derived from Greek via Latin, used in mathematics and science to describe a mixture with uniform composition. It is frequently used in sociology to discuss populations with little diversity and in chemistry for solutions.
Meaning 2：uniform throughout (homogeneous)
homogeneous
/ˌhəʊməˈdʒiːniəs/
adj.
Having a uniform composition or structure throughout.
uniform throughout
➕
/ˈjuːnɪfɔːm θruːˈaʊt/
adj.
Describes a substance, mixture, or material whose composition and properties are the same in every part.
📘 Details & Usage
📖 Example
A well-milked cup of coffee with sugar is a homogeneous liquid, unlike oil floating on water.
The coffee has been stirred until its components are indistinguishable.
🔗 Collocations
homogeneous solution – a mixture where solute is uniformly distributed
homogeneous distribution – an even spread of elements within an area
homogeneous texture – a consistent feel or composition throughout
🔄 Synonyms
uniform (adj.) – remaining the same in all cases and at all times
consistent (adj.) – unchanging in nature, standard, or effect over time
unvarying (adj.) – not changing; constant or uniform
🚫 Antonyms
heterogeneous (adj.) – consisting of elements that are not of the same kind or nature
nonuniform (adj.) – not uniform in character, appearance, or distribution
patchy (adj.) – existing or happening in small, isolated areas
🌱 Derivatives
homogeneity (n.) – the quality of being uniform in composition throughout
homogenize (v.) – to treat milk so that fat droplets are emulsified and cream does not separate
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