eclectic

adjective

i-ˈklek-tik How to pronounce eclectic (audio)
Definition of eclecticnext
as in varied
consisting of many things of different sorts the museum's eclectic collection has everything from a giraffe skeleton to medieval musical instruments

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Recent Examples of eclectic Maximalism is a recurring theme throughout the property, but no two guest rooms look quite alike, making this the most eclectic hotel on our list. — Katharine Sohn, Architectural Digest, 2 Oct. 2026 Yovanovitch takes on everything from opera set design to hotel projects (including The Connaught’s three-Michelin star restaurant Hélène Darroze in London), and more, making for an eclectic and enticing mix. — Anna Grace Lee, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2026 Go big and experiment with numerous patterns, prints, and colors for an eclectic look. — Fiona Ward, Glamour, 1 Oct. 2026 Known for its eclectic tasting menu, the Tambourine Room by Tristan Brandt, which opened in 2022, has closed at the Carillon Miami Wellness Resort in Miami Beach. — Connie Ogle, Miami Herald, 30 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for eclectic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eclectic
  1. varied
  2. diverse
  3. mixed
  4. assorted
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  • But in typical Davies fashion, the five-hour miniseries distinguishes itself for tackling its subject so head on and with such varied and visceral feeling, as manifested especially by Cumming and David Morrissey as a pair of feuding neighbors.
    — Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 2 Oct. 2026
  • Some pundits are heralding the end of Nike’s chokehold on the athlete marketing space, while others predict a turn toward a more varied sector.
    — Joe Bobowicz, Vogue, 2 Oct. 2026
Definition of varied
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  • The move showcases a diverse cast of characters, showing that anyone, both old and young, model or otherwise, can wear Miu Miu.
    — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 4 Oct. 2026
  • Coleman says university campuses have proven especially receptive to the kiosk and provide access to a diverse group of people.
    — Anna Zarra Aldrich, Hartford Courant, 4 Oct. 2026
Definition of diverse
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  • Scandium’s role in aerospace and advanced technology Rare earth separation involves converting mixed material into individual oxides used across advanced manufacturing and other strategic industries.
    — Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 3 Oct. 2026
  • The measure has drawn mixed reactions, with supporters arguing that early intervention could reduce per-student costs over time and opponents saying property owners already face rising costs and the district should use existing resources.
    — Chaewon Chung, Sacbee.com, 3 Oct. 2026
Definition of mixed
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  • The Japanese rice bowl combines soboro (そぼろ)—ground meat, fish, or eggs cooked into fine crumbles—with steamed short-grain rice and assorted toppings.
    — Tadashi Ono & Harris Salat, Bon Appetit Magazine, 30 Sep. 2026
  • In a wet year when food is plentiful, your best bet is to hunt over soft mast like muscadines and assorted berries; native grasses and legumes.
    — Bryan Hendricks, Arkansas Online, 27 Sep. 2026
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“Eclectic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eclectic. Accessed 9 Oct. 2026.

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