#384 eclectic

eclectic- selecting what seems best from various styles, doctrines, ideas, methods; composed of elements drawn from a variety of sources, styles; a person who favours an eclectic approach especially in art or philosophy

C17 from Greek eklektikos, from eklegein to select, from legein to gather

The art dealer took an eclectic approach in his selection of artifacts.

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