Definition

In a way that involves various different kinds or types.

Example

The items were arranged miscellaneously on the table, making it hard to find what I needed.

Conversation

What do you think about organizing our books and papers?

That sounds like a good idea, but where do we start?

Maybe we can sort them miscellaneously and then find a better system later.

I like that plan; it will make things easier to manage!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Miscellaneously → It is formed from "miscellaneus" (from Latin *miscellaneus*, meaning mixed or various) and the suffix "-ly" (meaning in a manner of). The word "miscellaneously" means in a manner that is mixed or composed of various elements.

Memory Tip

Think of 'mixed' ('miscellaneus') to remember that 'miscellaneously' means in a mixed manner.

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