Eclectic
Definition
Adjective
1. Deriving ideas, styles, or taste from a diverse range of sources, choosing what is considered “best” to reach a unique combination.
2. A wide-ranging set of beliefs, objects, or ideas derived from many sources.
3. Belonging to an ancient class of philosophers who did not belong to any recognized school of thought, choosing to select their doctrines from a variety of different schools.
My reading tastes are eclectic—ranging from history to fantasy, hard science to speculative fiction, and romance to thrillers.
Word Origin
From Greek
ek (out) + legein (choose)
=> Greek eklegein (pick out)
=> Greek eklektikos
Synonyms
varied, diverse, broad, general
Antonyms
homogeneous, same, uniform
