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 The networking and collaboration activities that can take place when accessing and designing hypertext are also able to give birth to heterogeneous communities dispersed across geopolitical, cultural, and social borders too. — Carmen Daniela Maier, Encyclopedia Britannica, 26 May 2026 Gambit, meanwhile, provides AI software for coordinated, adaptive behavior in heterogeneous robotic teams operating in complex environments. — Chris Young, Interesting Engineering, 11 June 2026 AutoFlight has completed a heterogeneous three-aircraft formation flight with the V5000 Matrix, a 5-metric-ton electric aircraft that could push eVTOL technology well beyond the urban air taxi niche. — Omar Kardoudi may 27, New Atlas, 27 May 2026 The field also includes an array of specialized data security vendors, such as DSPM providers like Veeam, which focus on discovering sensitive data, monitoring access patterns, identifying excessive permissions, and enforcing governance across heterogeneous data estates. — Steve McDowell, Forbes.com, 25 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for heterogeneous

Recent Examples of Synonyms for heterogeneous

Adjective

The British filmmaker has assembled an eclectic cast to play the heroes and goddesses, sorceresses and swineherds.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 1 July 2026
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

Definition of eclectic

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

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 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

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