eclecticism

American  

[ih-klek-tuh-siz-uhm] / ɪˈklɛk təˌsɪz əm /

noun

1. the use or advocacy of an eclectic method.

2. a tendency in architecture and the decorative arts to mix various historical styles with modern elements with the aim of combining the virtues of many styles or increasing allusive content.

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Etymology

Origin of eclecticism

First recorded in 1825–35; eclectic + -ism

Example Sentences

So has a noisy, unfettered eclecticism that encompasses rock, R&B, hip-hop, electro, punk, jazz, gospel and blues.

From New York Times

Part of the problem may be Said’s prolificness, his leaping eclecticism and relentless energy.

From New York Times

Created and hosted by the theater producer Ellis Haizlip, and produced by a Black women–led crew, “Soul!” mixed high and low culture with an avant-garde eclecticism.

From New York Times

This eclecticism is not some passing fancy but reflects a fundamental shift in what constitutes a suitable city tree in the 21st century.

From Washington Post

One would hope Billie’s boundless eclecticism and long gestation is the real template that labels, despite the ripe bouquet of money in their nostrils, follow.

From The Guardian