ECLECTIC (Adj.)

Meaning- Choosing what is best or preferred from a variety of sources, ideas or styles rather than following a single system.

Mnemonic trick- The word eclectic contains word ‘ec’ and ‘ec’. Eclectic person combines single-single object or he combines ‘ek-Ek’ object. Therefore, eclectic means choosing what is best or preferred from a variety of sources, ideas or styles rather than following a single system.  

Synonym- ASSORTED

Uses-

•          In the exhibition, we saw an eclectic collection of paintings, drawings, and prints.
•           His original work was eclectic, he just compiled the work of his mentors.

                                                     ECLECTIC (Noun)

Meaning- One who uses a method or approach that is composed of elements drawn from various sources or one who uses an eclectic method or approach.

Uses-

•          I met an eclectic, who will complete my novel.