as in eclectic
consisting of many things of different sorts
the bottom of the drawer was always a miscellaneous accumulation of odds and ends
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of miscellaneous
Fillers are a difficult-to-define category of miscellaneous food ingredients that are often maligned as purposeless impurities intended to cut cost, which, it could be argued, is itself a purpose.
—
Ali Bouzari, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 Mar. 2025
There are many categories, but Form 1099-MISC (for miscellaneous) covers the biggest territory.
—Robert W. Wood, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
Keep small, miscellaneous items in reach with this shoe organizer.
—Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2025
These cover expenses such as maintenance of lab space, utilities, grant management, federal regulatory compliance, security and other miscellaneous needs.
—Mitzi Nagarkatti, The Conversation, 7 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for miscellaneous
Ali Bouzari, Bon Appetit Magazine, 28 Mar. 2025
There are many categories, but Form 1099-MISC (for miscellaneous) covers the biggest territory.
—Robert W. Wood, Forbes, 12 Mar. 2025
Keep small, miscellaneous items in reach with this shoe organizer.
—Melanie Fincher, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2025
These cover expenses such as maintenance of lab space, utilities, grant management, federal regulatory compliance, security and other miscellaneous needs.
—Mitzi Nagarkatti, The Conversation, 7 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for miscellaneous
Recent Examples of Synonyms for miscellaneous
Adjective
-
Much like the Baller League — a six-a-side football competition featuring an eclectic mix of YouTubers, Twitch streamers and ex-professionals — PogChamps is part of chess’s broader attempt to court a younger, online audience by having 12 celebrities face off in timed matches.—
Conor O'Neill,
New York Times,
10 May 2025
-
The eclectic collection of jam sessions also features West Los Angeles artists and musicians of the era, including Burgess Meredith (Rocky, Batman), as well as members of Oingo Boingo.—
Ilana Kaplan,
People.com,
9 May 2025
Adjective
-
The product will come in at least five varieties – milk, dark, white, caramel and assorted – and will hit shelves in September.—
Amelia Lucas,
CNBC,
9 May 2025
-
There’s also sweet options such as Orange Date Scones that are served warm with house made lemon curd, Almond Financier, and assorted Petits Frais.—
Aly Walansky,
Forbes.com,
9 May 2025
Adjective
-
Alternatives, a varied category of assets beyond traditional equities and bonds, can significantly enhance portfolio resilience and growth.—
Fred Hubler,
Forbes.com,
13 May 2025
-
CrossFit is based on the philosophy that constantly varied movements performed with moderate intensity improve physical competence.—
Daryl Austin,
USA Today,
12 May 2025
Adjective
-
Disney's recent efforts to spin these tales into live-action epics have had mixed results, however, to say the least.—
Kevin Jacobsen,
EW.com,
10 May 2025
-
Despite strong Republican support for DOGE's cost-cutting efforts, Musk's personal popularity remains mixed.—
Dan Cody,
MSNBC Newsweek,
9 May 2025
Cite this Entry
“Miscellaneous.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/miscellaneous. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share