Eclectically

/ɪˈklektɪkli/
adverb

In a way that selects what is best or most preferred from a variety of sources or styles.

He furnished his house eclectically, with pieces from different periods and styles
Visual representation of "eclectically" - In a way that selects what is best or most preferred from a variety of sources or styles

Often appears as...

  • eclectically furnished
  • eclectically mixed
adverb

In a way that selects what is best or most preferred from a variety of sources or styles.

He furnished his house eclectically, with pieces from different periods and styles
Visual representation of "eclectically" - In a way that selects what is best or most preferred from a variety of sources or styles

Often appears as...

  • eclectically furnished
  • eclectically mixed
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Visual representation of "eclectically"
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Varied Influences

Use 'eclectically' to show you're choosing from many different sources, not just one.

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Her playlist was eclectically curated, featuring jazz, pop, and classical music.
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Broad Taste

'Eclectically' suggests a broad or diverse taste, without limitations to a single style.

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He dresses eclectically, sometimes wearing vintage jackets with modern sneakers.
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Positive Connotation

Using 'eclectically' often has a positive connotation, implying thoughtful selection.

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She chooses her friends eclectically, valuing diverse perspectives.
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Varied Influences

Use 'eclectically' to show you're choosing from many different sources, not just one.

Illustration for Varied Influences
Her playlist was eclectically curated, featuring jazz, pop, and classical music.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Broad Taste

'Eclectically' suggests a broad or diverse taste, without limitations to a single style.

Illustration for Broad Taste
He dresses eclectically, sometimes wearing vintage jackets with modern sneakers.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Positive Connotation

Using 'eclectically' often has a positive connotation, implying thoughtful selection.

Illustration for Positive Connotation
She chooses her friends eclectically, valuing diverse perspectives.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Varied Influences

Use 'eclectically' to show you're choosing from many different sources, not just one.

Illustration for Varied Influences
Her playlist was eclectically curated, featuring jazz, pop, and classical music.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Broad Taste

'Eclectically' suggests a broad or diverse taste, without limitations to a single style.

Illustration for Broad Taste
He dresses eclectically, sometimes wearing vintage jackets with modern sneakers.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Positive Connotation

Using 'eclectically' often has a positive connotation, implying thoughtful selection.

Illustration for Positive Connotation
She chooses her friends eclectically, valuing diverse perspectives.
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Quote examples

Barry Eisler

American Novelist

I read pretty eclectically - fiction, non-fiction, and poetry - and I've been inspired and influenced by a number of writers.
Portrait of Barry Eisler

Quote examples

Barry Eisler

American Novelist

I read pretty eclectically - fiction, non-fiction, and poetry - and I've been inspired and influenced by a number of writers.
Portrait of Barry Eisler
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