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
Utilizing turf in lieu of an outdoor area rug will give an eclectic look to your lounge area.
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Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 25 Apr. 2026
This one has paisley, floral, and damask patterns joining together in a complementary color palette to create an eclectic but cohesive look, while the reverse side is pink with a scrollwork pattern.
—Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2026
Think Bauhaus bones layered with contemporary art, Altbau apartments with soaring ceilings and unapologetically eclectic collections, lofts where raw concrete meets museum-worthy lighting, and homes where vintage collections coexist alongside emerging artists’ pieces.
—Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 24 Apr. 2026
Neighborhoods to Visit Situated about a mile south of the city center, Fort Worth's vibrant and eclectic Near Southside neighborhood was revitalized in the early 2000s.
—Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 24 Apr. 2026
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Tessa Cooper, The Spruce, 25 Apr. 2026
This one has paisley, floral, and damask patterns joining together in a complementary color palette to create an eclectic but cohesive look, while the reverse side is pink with a scrollwork pattern.
—Shea Simmons, Southern Living, 24 Apr. 2026
Think Bauhaus bones layered with contemporary art, Altbau apartments with soaring ceilings and unapologetically eclectic collections, lofts where raw concrete meets museum-worthy lighting, and homes where vintage collections coexist alongside emerging artists’ pieces.
—Bailey Berg, Architectural Digest, 24 Apr. 2026
Neighborhoods to Visit Situated about a mile south of the city center, Fort Worth's vibrant and eclectic Near Southside neighborhood was revitalized in the early 2000s.
—Regan Stephens, Travel + Leisure, 24 Apr. 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for eclectic
Adjective
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Mundo Maya is a vast and varied region that mixes ancient architectural wonders with modern-day luxuries and activities.—
Condé Nast Traveler,
Condé Nast Traveler,
29 Apr. 2026
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Complex work required teams of people with varied backgrounds, such as analysts, researchers, and operators, because no one person had all the capabilities and expertise.—
Bruce Broussard,
Fortune,
29 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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During the last decade, Parker’s routine has fostered one of the country’s most compelling new music scenes, where players from diverse backgrounds and demographics have converged to create wildly accessible improvised music.—
Grayson Haver Currin,
Pitchfork,
30 Apr. 2026
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The vast and diverse plant category of ground covers includes tough, fast-spreading creeping wire vine, drought-tolerant Blue Rug Juniper or Myoporum, and colorful flowering ground covers like iceplant and common periwinkle.—
Lee Wallender,
The Spruce,
30 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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The post-debate reaction from this week has been quite mixed, but there is an overall feeling that nobody really delivered a solid punch.—
Dominic Patten,
Deadline,
24 Apr. 2026
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Stock futures were little changed, while Asia-Pacific markets opened mixed.—
Anniek Bao,
CNBC,
24 Apr. 2026
Adjective
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Fresh fruit, chocolate, or maybe assorted cheeses instead?—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
24 Apr. 2026
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Already, the Pharmalot campus has been bustling as the official mascots have been busy chasing assorted creatures in search of their breakfast.—
Ed Silverman,
STAT,
23 Apr. 2026
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“Eclectic.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/eclectic. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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