HETEROGENEOUS Synonyms: 66 Similar and Opposite Words

heterogeneous

adjective

ˌhe-tə-rə-ˈjē-nē-əs

Definition of heterogeneous

as in eclectic

consisting of many things of different sorts the seating in the hall was a heterogeneous collection of old school desk chairs, wood and metal folding chairs, and even a few plush theater seats

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Recent Examples of heterogeneous Aiming at either one of these genes captures a huge, heterogeneous family of different neurons. — Jacek Krywko, ArsTechnica, 18 Sep. 2026 The difficult step is mixing different machines According to SCMP, CETC describes the ultimate objective as a heterogeneous, all-domain swarm, in which different uncrewed platforms can cooperate across air, land and sea. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 10 Sep. 2026 The mathematical universe is boundless and heterogeneous, encompassing, over here, truths about numbers and equations; there, the logic of shapes and spaces; and over there, the study of change and probability. — Quanta Magazine, 9 Sep. 2026 Older adults are more heterogeneous than people in younger age groups in terms of chronic conditions and multiple medications, Chen says, which can pose challenges with both prescriptions and side effects. — Liz Seegert, Scientific American, 19 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for heterogeneous

Recent Examples of Synonyms for heterogeneous

Adjective

The next season of the interview series brings together an eclectic lineup, including A-list Hollywood director Judd Apatow, Monty Python legend Eric Idle, and heavyweight boxer Tyson Fury.

— Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 7 Oct. 2026
The look is eclectic colonial with timber ceilings, mahogany antiques, chintz armchairs, and clawfoot baths.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of eclectic

Adjective

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

Adjective

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

Adjective

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

Adjective

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