eclectic
Translation
eclectic, wide-ranging, diverse, varied
Examples
She has an eclectic taste in music.
She has an eclectic taste in music.
The restaurant has an eclectic menu.
The restaurant has an eclectic menu.
His collection of books was eclectic.
His collection of books was eclectic.
Grammar Patterns
an eclectic ((noun)) deriving ideas or style from a broad range of sources She has an eclectic collection of art.
Similar Words
Synonyms: diverse, varied, wide-ranging; Antonyms: narrow, limited, homogeneous
Etymology
From Greek 'eklektikos' (selective), from 'eklegein' (to pick out), from 'ek-' (out) + 'legein' (to choose).
Memory Tips
Sounds like 'elect'. An eclectic person 'elects' or chooses ideas and styles from a wide range of sources.