promiscuous

adjective

prə-ˈmi-skyə-wəs How to pronounce promiscuous (audio)
Definition of promiscuousnext
as in eclectic
consisting of many things of different sorts since I just collect stamps that I happen to like, my collection is pretty promiscuous

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Recent Examples of promiscuous And yet, the fragile surety of that parataxis is stylistically undercut by the nebulous musings attached to one exceptionally promiscuous metaphor. — Emily Cox, ARTnews.com, 22 May 2026 Cherry, promiscuous and confused, actually seems to have a bit of Marilyn in her. — Owen Gleiberman, Variety, 17 Mar. 2026 Forget the red Porsches, promiscuous escapades, and questionable clothing choices. — Tristan Bove, Fortune, 29 Jan. 2026 Messy centers on Stella (Wasser), a promiscuous love addict who moves to New York City following a tough breakup and sets out on a string of dates in the hopes of finding the right match. — Ryan Gajewski, HollywoodReporter, 23 Oct. 2025 See All Example Sentences for promiscuous
Recent Examples of Synonyms for promiscuous
  1. eclectic
  2. varied
  3. mixed
  4. assorted
  5. indiscriminate
  6. diverse
Adjective
  • Elegant bars like The Marquis and Five of Clubs, alongside eclectic libations at The Bearded Lady’s Jewel Box, should more than do you well for nightcaps.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 23 July 2026
  • The musical’s band sits to the side of the stage, giving audiences full view of the musicians performing Mitchell’s score, an eclectic fusion of modern Broadway sound with New Orleans jazz.
    — Wilson Chapman, IndieWire, 22 July 2026
Definition of eclectic
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  • 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
  • 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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  • In the original manga, Ryoko Tamiya is a parasite who takes over the body of a high school teacher, initially violent and indiscriminate before gradually learning from her human surroundings.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 22 July 2026
  • The apparently indiscriminate Israeli bombing that followed October 7th also undermined other Biden Administration priorities.
    — David D. Kirkpatrick, New Yorker, 20 July 2026
Definition of indiscriminate
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

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