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 From the Main Stage to sunny days on Sesame Street, RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars 11 winner Crystal Methyd‘s colorful rainbow of a reign is already off to an eclectic roster of places. — Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 21 July 2026 The game show, hosted by comedian Jack Whitehall, brings together an eclectic group of celebrities to compete in challenges to prove their intelligence. — Yamillah Hurtado, PEOPLE, 20 July 2026 From sardines to bikinis, celebrate the trendiest warm-weather icons with this eclectic set. — Odeya Pinkus, InStyle, 19 July 2026 Lucy’s on the Square, housed inside another historic building, embraces its Texas roots with eclectic decor including vintage cowboy hats and wagon wheels. — Gabi De La Rosa, Southern Living, 19 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for eclectic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eclectic
  1. varied
  2. diverse
  3. mixed
  4. assorted
Adjective
  • To find out, Ars analyzed how the prices of 19 current top-selling PlayStation games varied between digital downloads and physical discs (both new and used).
    — Kyle Orland, ArsTechnica, 20 July 2026
  • This model introduces a Range Extender (REEV) variant alongside BEV options, to address varied charging infrastructure and electricity costs outside China.
    — James Morris, Forbes.com, 20 July 2026
Definition of varied
Adjective
  • Nolan's non-linear storytelling and minimal exposition challenge some, yet the visual grandeur and powerful performances, including Anne Hathaway's Penelope and a diverse ensemble, are undeniable.
    — Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 18 July 2026
  • Following a $2 million renovation completed in 2015, the theater now hosts a diverse lineup of concerts, theatrical productions, comedy shows, and community events.
    — Korrin Bishop, Southern Living, 18 July 2026
Definition of diverse
Adjective
  • As the days went on, Mainoo cut a forlorn figure walking through various mixed zones, often being among the first to board the team bus.
    — Laurie Whitwell, New York Times, 21 July 2026
  • Very early in the morning, however, the moon will make a series of aspects — with Mars, Saturn and Mercury retrograde — that could potentially trigger everything from feelings of restlessness to emotional reactions due to mixed signals.
    — Valerie Mesa, PEOPLE, 20 July 2026
Definition of mixed
Adjective
  • Past the Army and the Navy, the Florida Department of Corrections, Sherwin-Williams Paints and assorted local police departments, Drummond edges into line at a table advertising cybersecurity certification programs.
    — Max Klaver, Miami Herald, 14 July 2026
  • Nick Miller Let’s assume that Reece James is fit, and the assorted bodies strewn around the pitch after the win over Norway have recovered.
    — Jack Pitt-Brooke, New York Times, 14 July 2026
Definition of assorted

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