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    eclectic
    /ɪˈklɛktɪk/

    adjective

    noun

    • 1. a person who derives ideas, style, or taste from a broad and diverse range of sources.

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  2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishECLECTIC | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    ECLECTIC definition: 1. Methods, beliefs, ideas, etc. that are eclectic combine whatever seem the best or most useful…. Learn more.

  3. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › eclecticEclectic Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

    Sep 14, 2024 · The meaning of ECLECTIC is composed of elements drawn from various sources; also : heterogeneous. How to use eclectic in a sentence. Eclectic Has a Philosophical History

  4. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishECLECTIC definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

    adjective. 1. (in art, philosophy, etc) selecting what seems best from various styles, doctrines, ideas, methods, etc. 2. composed of elements drawn from a variety of sources, styles, etc. noun. 3. a person who favours an eclectic approach, esp in art or philosophy. Collins English Dictionary.

  5. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryECLECTIC | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

    ECLECTIC meaning: 1. Methods, beliefs, ideas, etc. that are eclectic combine whatever seem the best or most useful…. Learn more.

  6. www.thefreedictionary.com › eclecticEclectic - definition of eclectic by The Free Dictionary

    1. selecting or choosing from various systems, methodologies, etc.; not following any one system. 2. made up of elements selected from various sources: an eclectic philosophy. n. 3. Also, ec•lec•ti•cist (ɪˈklɛk tə sɪst) a person who follows an eclectic method or mode.

  7. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englisheclectic adjective - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and...

    Definition of eclectic adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

  8. www.collinsdictionary.com › us › dictionaryECLECTIC - All you need to know about it | Collins English...

    A complete guide to the word "ECLECTIC": definitions, pronunciations, synonyms, grammar insights, collocations, examples, and translations.

  9. dictionary.cambridge.org › learner-english › eclecticECLECTIC | definition in the Cambridge Learner’s Dictionary

    ECLECTIC meaning: including many different styles and types: . Learn more.

  10. www.dictionary.com › browse › eclecticECLECTIC Definition & Meaning | Dictionary.com

    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.

  11. www.oed.com › dictionary › eclectic_adjeclectic, adj. & n. meanings, etymology and more | Oxford English...

    What does the word eclectic mean? There are six meanings listed in OED's entry for the word eclectic. See ‘Meaning & use’ for definitions, usage, and quotation evidence. Entry status. OED is undergoing a continuous programme of revision to modernize and improve definitions. This entry has not yet been fully revised. See meaning & use.