eclectic
Adjective
Medium difficulty
What does “eclectic” mean?
adjective.deriving ideas, style, or taste from a broad and diverse range of sources.
SAT Usage
this term often appears in contexts related to art, music, or intellectual pursuits, emphasizing a blend of influences that highlights creativity and diversity. It implies a thoughtful selection from a wide array of sources, contrasting with terms like "homogeneous," which suggests uniformity and lack of variety.
Common Confusions
Eclectic implies a thoughtful selection from diverse sources, while uniform suggests a consistent and unvaried nature.
Do not choose eclectic if the context emphasizes uniformity or singularity rather than deriving ideas, style, or taste from a broad and diverse range of sources.
Example Sentences
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Her music collection was eclectic, spanning jazz to classical.