Miscellaneous (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Consisting of a haphazard assortment of different kinds; "an arrangement of assorted spring flowers"; "assorted sizes"; "miscellaneous accessories"; "a mixed program of baroque and contemporary music"; "a motley crew"; "sundry sciences commonly known as social"- I.A.Richards.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The garage sale was a treasure trove of miscellaneous items, from old tools to broken toys.
- The library's collection included a vast assortment of miscellaneous texts on everything from gardening to philosophy.
- The tourist's souvenir bag was filled with miscellaneous trinkets and mementos from their travels.
- The professor's lecture was a haphazard mixture of miscellaneous anecdotes and factual information.
- The museum's new exhibit was a jumbled assortment of miscellaneous artifacts from various cultures and time periods.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
Having many aspects or qualities; "a many-sided subject"; "a multifaceted undertaking"; "multifarious interests"; "the multifarious noise of a great city"; "a miscellaneous crowd".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The museum's collection was a miscellaneous assortment of artifacts from around the world, including ancient relics, modern art, and historical documents.
- The city's cultural scene was multifaceted, with a diverse range of music venues, art galleries, and performance spaces.
- The company's product line was miscellaneous, featuring everything from electronics to home goods to outdoor gear.
- The festival's entertainment options were multifarious, including live music, comedy acts, and interactive installations.
- The professor's research interests were miscellaneous, spanning topics from physics to philosophy to economics.