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eclectic
[ih-klek-tik]
adjective
selecting or choosing from various sources.
made up of what is selected from different sources.
not following any one system, as of philosophy, medicine, etc., but selecting and using what are considered the best elements of all systems.
noting or pertaining to works of architecture, decoration, landscaping, etc., produced by a certain person or during a certain period, that derive from a wide range of historic styles, the style in each instance often being chosen for its fancied appropriateness to local tradition, local geography, the purpose to be served, or the cultural background of the client.
noun
Also eclecticist a person who follows an eclectic method, as in philosophy or architecture.
eclectic
/ ɪˈklɛktɪk, ɛˈklɛk- /
adjective
(in art, philosophy, etc) selecting what seems best from various styles, doctrines, ideas, methods, etc
composed of elements drawn from a variety of sources, styles, etc
noun
a person who favours an eclectic approach, esp in art or philosophy
Other 51Թ Forms
- eclectically adverb
- noneclectic adjective
- noneclectically adverb
- uneclectic adjective
- uneclectically adverb
- ˈپ adverb
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of eclectic1
51Թ History and Origins
Origin of eclectic1
Example Sentences
"What an opportunity for everyone to see historic pieces first hand," she said, praising the "eclectic" collection.
A status, that in the last few years, after making eclectic, uncompromising and witty albums since 1971, is morphing into something approaching mainstream recognition.
Tahitian Terrace was home to an eclectic mix.
Abbey’s consulting firm also has an eclectic side business focused on publishing books written by or about explorers and historical figures in philosophy and math.
Bravo included photos of his hand holding Woodley’s, snaps of the “Fault in Our Stars” actor with friends at Stagecoach and pictures of the environmental activist sitting and standing among Salvation Mountain’s eclectic artworks.
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