Eclectic

Pronunciation: /ɪˈklɛktɪk/

Definitions of eclectic

adjective deriving ideas, style, or taste from a broad and diverse range of sources

Example Sentences

A1 I have an eclectic taste in music, I like everything from classical to hip hop.

A2 The restaurant had an eclectic menu with dishes from various cuisines.

B1 She decorated her apartment in an eclectic style, mixing modern and vintage furniture.

B2 The art gallery featured an eclectic collection of paintings, sculptures, and photography.

C1 The professor's lectures were known for their eclectic approach, combining theories from different disciplines.

C2 The author's writing style is often described as eclectic, incorporating elements of various literary genres.

Examples of eclectic in a Sentence

formal The art gallery showcased an eclectic collection of paintings from different time periods.

informal Her wardrobe is so eclectic, she has clothes from every fashion era.

slang I love how eclectic that playlist is, it has a bit of everything!

figurative His taste in music is so eclectic, he can appreciate all genres.

Grammatical Forms of eclectic

• past tense: eclected
• plural: eclectics
• comparative: more eclectic
• superlative: most eclectic
• present tense: eclecting
• future tense: will eclectic
• perfect tense: have eclected
• continuous tense: is eclecting
• singular: eclectic
• positive degree: eclectic
• infinitive: to eclectic
• gerund: eclecting
• participle: eclected

Origin and Evolution of eclectic

First Known Use: 1683 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'eclectic' originates from the Greek word 'eklektikos' meaning 'selective'

Evolution of the word: Originally used in philosophy to describe a method that selects from various systems or sources, the word 'eclectic' has evolved to also mean a person or style that derives ideas, styles, or tastes from a broad and diverse range of sources.