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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WordMeaning
discriminateto mark or perceive the distinguishing or peculiar features of
pana usually broad, shallow, and open container for domestic use (as for cooking)
uniquebeing the only one : sole
briman upper or outer margin : verge
ordinancean authoritative decree or direction : order
metaphora 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)
ragamuffina ragged often disreputable person
prophylacticguarding from or preventing the spread or occurrence of disease or infection
drivelnonsense
atypicalnot typical : irregular