What does miscellany mean?
Miscellany means (countable) An assortment of miscellaneous items..
Miscellany
/mɪˈsɛləni/ · noun
Meaning
(countable) An assortment of miscellaneous items..
Definitions by Sense
- (countable) An assortment of miscellaneous items.
- (countable) A collection of writings on various subjects or topics; an anthology.
- (uncountable) The condition of being miscellaneous, of being a hodgepodge.
Example Sentences
a monthly miscellany of literature
All of these critics and theorists agree, however, positively, unequivocally, in this, […] that miscellany is abhorrent to their sense; that the sixteen-story building must not consist of sixteen separate, distinct, and unrelated buildings piled one upon the other until the top of the pile is reached.
Synonyms for miscellany
Antonyms for miscellany
Related Words
Word Forms
- miscellanies
Usage Notes
Choose a synonym only when it preserves the intended meaning, tone, and grammar of the full sentence.
Practice and Learn More
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for miscellany?
Common synonyms include miscellanea, congeries, smorgasbord, bouillabaisse.
What is the opposite of miscellany?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use miscellany in a sentence?
a monthly miscellany of literature
Sources & Attribution
FreeDictionaryAPI.com / Wiktionary · Original source · CC BY-SA 4.0
Dictionary data is provided by FreeDictionaryAPI.com and sourced from Wiktionary under its stated license.