What does eclecticism mean?
Definitions for eclecticism
ɪˈklɛk təˌsɪz əmeclec·ti·cism
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Princeton's WordNet
eclecticism, eclectic methodnoun
making decisions on the basis of what seems best instead of following some single doctrine or style
Wiktionary
eclecticismnoun
The quality of being eclectic
eclecticismnoun
An approach to thought that draws upon multiple theories to gain complementary insights into phenomena
eclecticismnoun
Any form of art that borrows from multiple other styles
Wikipedia
Eclecticism
Eclecticism is a conceptual approach that does not hold rigidly to a single paradigm or set of assumptions, but instead draws upon multiple theories, styles, or ideas to gain complementary insights into a subject, or applies different theories in particular cases. However, this is often without conventions or rules dictating how or which theories were combined. It can sometimes seem inelegant or lacking in simplicity, and eclectics are sometimes criticized for lack of consistency in their thinking. It is, however, common in many fields of study. For example, most psychologists accept certain aspects of behaviorism, but do not attempt to use the theory to explain all aspects of human behavior. Eclecticism in ethics, philosophy, politics and religion is also known as syncretism.
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eclecticism
Eclecticism is an approach or methodology that selects, uses or combines elements from different theories, philosophies, styles, ideas, or sources, rather than relying on a single approach or system. It involves the conscious selection and amalgamation of different ideas to suit a particular purpose, often resulting in a unique or innovative outcome. This concept can be applied in a variety of fields including art, music, architecture, philosophy and psychology among others.
Webster Dictionary
Eclecticismnoun
theory or practice of an eclectic
Etymology: [Cf. F. clecticisme. Cf. Electicism.]
Wikidata
Eclecticism
Eclecticism is a conceptual approach that does not hold rigidly to a single paradigm or set of assumptions, but instead draws upon multiple theories, styles, or ideas to gain complementary insights into a subject, or applies different theories in particular cases. It can sometimes seem inelegant or lacking in simplicity, and eclectics are sometimes criticized for lack of consistency in their thinking. It is, however, common in many fields of study. For example, most psychologists accept certain aspects of behaviorism, but do not attempt to use the theory to explain all aspects of human behavior. A statistician may use frequentist techniques on one occasion and Bayesian ones on another.
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Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of eclecticism in Chaldean Numerology is: 8
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of eclecticism in Pythagorean Numerology is: 2
Examples of eclecticism in a Sentence
Eclecticism. Every truth is so true that any truth must be false.
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