MISCELLANEOUS Synonyms: 66 Similar and Opposite Words

miscellaneous

adjective

ˌmi-sə-ˈlā-nē-əs

Definition of miscellaneous

as in eclectic

consisting of many things of different sorts the bottom of the drawer was always a miscellaneous accumulation of odds and ends

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Recent Examples of miscellaneous Some authors, librarians, and miscellaneous posters were outraged that Barnett would pour scorn on the very field that he is officially tasked with championing. — Jessica Winter, New Yorker, 12 June 2026 Bacon, who wrote essays on miscellaneous subjects, was much influenced by Montaigne (and both men were much influenced by Seneca). — Literary Hub, 12 June 2026 Clearing away a few miscellaneous products allows these important details to take center stage. — Angelika Pokovba, Martha Stewart, 9 June 2026 Fans traveling from abroad will also incur miscellaneous daily expenses. — Henry Bushnell, New York Times, 2 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for miscellaneous

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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 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

Definition of assorted

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

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