Amalgamation

Definition

Amalgamation in the context of intergroup relationships refers to the process through which different racial or ethnic groups combine to form a new, unified group. This concept highlights the blending of cultures, identities, and social characteristics to create a cohesive and integrated whole.

Related terms

Assimilation: The process by which a person or group from one culture comes to adopt the practices of another, losing their original identity.

Multiculturalism: An approach that recognizes and values the diversity of different cultures within a society, encouraging the retention of cultural differences.

Pluralism: A condition or system in which two or more states, groups, principles, sources of authority, etc., coexist