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 This is especially true for large, heterogeneous networks like those run by telecoms, hospitals and enterprises. — Bruce Kelley, Forbes.com, 31 July 2026 The multi-year partnership will align the companies’ technology roadmaps around advanced packaging methods, including high-density interconnects and heterogeneous integration. — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 23 July 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

What appealed to the couple was Vanessa’s eclectic taste, which mirrored their own wide-reaching trove of art and furniture.

— Juliet Izon, Architectural Digest, 12 Aug. 2026
One was just trying to be as eclectic as possible to showcase London, which is like a character in the show.

— Jazz Tangcay, Variety, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of eclectic

Adjective

The varied multi-pool complex with a firepit anchors the property with appealing amenities for every age.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 18 Aug. 2026
Its 1,300-plus acres encompass hardwood forests, native grasslands, mature pecan groves, and seven miles of trails that wind through the varied terrain.

— Tori Latham, Robb Report, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of varied

Adjective

Ampadu signed for Chelsea from Exeter City in 2017, joining at the age of 16, but made only 12 appearances and had mixed experiences during loan spells at Sheffield United, RB Leipzig, Venezia and Spezia.

— Adam Crafton, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026
Complex documents with tables, charts and mixed content need each content type scored separately, since a model can nail text while mangling a table.

— Sriram Bhargav Madhav, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of mixed

Adjective

The situation has become so bad that Russia – normally one of the world’s leading energy exporters – is now facing severe nationwide gas shortages, leading to rationing in its assorted regions and mounting local discontent.

— Ilan Berman, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026
Its mission to let the breeze in and keep the mosquitos, pesky flies and assorted vermin out appears simple, but its impact goes beyond that.

— ABC News, ABC News, 12 Aug. 2026