GRE Word List
ECLECTIC
composed of elements drawn from various sources
The meaning of the word eclectic is composed of elements drawn from various sources.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| discriminate | to mark or perceive the distinguishing or peculiar features of |
| pan | a usually broad, shallow, and open container for domestic use (as for cooking) |
| unique | being the only one : sole |
| brim | an upper or outer margin : verge |
| ordinance | an authoritative decree or direction : order |
| metaphor | a figure of speech in which a word or phrase literally denoting one kind of object or idea is used in place of another to suggest a likeness or analogy between them (as in drowning in money) |
| ragamuffin | a ragged often disreputable person |
| prophylactic | guarding from or preventing the spread or occurrence of disease or infection |
| drivel | nonsense |
| atypical | not typical : irregular |