Word
miscellaneous
Phoneticsmis·cel·la·neous
US/ˌmɪsəˈɫeɪniəs/
UK/mˌɪsəlˈeɪniəs/
Definitions
01diverse or mixed
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adj. consisting of many different types of things that are not usually grouped together.
adj. consisting of a variety of disparate elements, parts, or ingredients.
“The drawer was full of miscellaneous items like old batteries, string, and spare buttons.”
“The box contained a miscellaneous collection of heirlooms, ranging from Victorian postcards to mid-century industrial tools.”
Antonyms
02uncategorized
B2 · Upper Intermediate Academic
adj. put into a group because they do not fit into any other specific category.
adj. referring to items or data points that remain after primary categories have been assigned.
“I put the extra costs for parking and snacks under miscellaneous expenses.”
“The final chapter of the report addresses miscellaneous findings that, while significant, did not align with the primary research objectives.”
Usage
Often used as a heading in reports or budgets for small, varied expenses.
Antonyms
Real-World Examples
“It consists of more than 60 bronze age objects, including 29 bracelets, 11 bowls, three bottles and other miscellaneous pieces.” - Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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