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 Taking a cue from nickelodeon piano players, composer John Powell steers the mood with a vibrantly eclectic score of sprightly ragtime, violin pathos and popcorn crescendos. — Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 1 July 2026 The park's other standout dining location is also in this area, as the Jurassic World Canteen boasts an eclectic menu with chicken and beef skewers and a Nathan's hot dog wrapped in an empanada crust. — Joey Nolfi, Entertainment Weekly, 30 June 2026 This is Liberty Station’s first parade, and organizers say an eclectic group of entries will include vintage vehicles, dancers, a firetruck, local organizations, a band and more. — Regina Elling, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 June 2026 Before Swift wiped her Instagram, she and guests were known to post a series of Polaroids from the weekend that often included an eclectic mix of inflatable pool animals, fireworks, matching onesies, baked goods, and a large blow-up Slip ‘n Slide. — Savannah Walsh, Vanity Fair, 26 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for eclectic
Recent Examples of Synonyms for eclectic
  1. varied
  2. diverse
  3. mixed
  4. assorted
Adjective
  • In discussing her varied interests and style sense, Pilar Queen said her mother developed her own sense of style and wasn’t influenced by her own mother.
    — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 6 July 2026
  • Wash fruits and vegetables under running water and eat a varied diet instead of relying heavily on the same foods every day.
    — Brad Reisfeld, The Conversation, 6 July 2026
Definition of varied
Adjective
  • The market sees diverse approaches from infrastructure, authorization, and security vendors, alongside consolidation through acquisitions and open-source initiatives.
    — Janakiram MSV, Forbes.com, 6 July 2026
  • The Adayar Eco Park, a green lung that hugs an estuary, is nearby and worth a visit for its diverse flora and fauna.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 July 2026
Definition of diverse
Adjective
  • Despite its mixed reception and the eventual drama surrounding its star, Karla Sofía Gascón, and the following implosion during awards season, it got nominated for best picture at the 2023 Academy Awards, and Vaccarello got close to Oscar glory.
    — José Criales-Unzueta, Vanity Fair, 6 July 2026
  • Within individual subgroups, results are mixed and don’t show uniform, systemwide gains.
    — Kendall Deas, The Conversation, 6 July 2026
Definition of mixed
Adjective
  • The main plot moves along at a good pace, though assorted flashbacks to Kara's Kryptonian origins wind up slowing down the momentum.
    — Brian Truitt, USA Today, 26 June 2026
  • In addition to their handcrafted coffee and coffee flavors – that brew assorted hot or iced lattes, cappuccinos and Americanos – the couple plan to package their tea leaves in tea bags and offer smoothies and lemonade at the Ramona location.
    — Julie Gallant, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 June 2026
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