varied
Americanadjective
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characterized by or exhibiting variety; various; diverse; diversified.
varied backgrounds.
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changed; altered.
a varied estimate.
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having several different colors; variegated.
adjective
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displaying or characterized by variety; diverse
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modified or altered
the amount may be varied without notice
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varicoloured; variegated
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of varied
Explanation
Something is varied when it covers a wide range of things. If you start out eating eggs in the morning, then have a snack of sushi, then pizza for lunch, fresh fruit with your tea, and a beef stew for dinner, you have a varied diet. The word varied comes from vary, which means "to change, alter." Think of varied as describing something that has many altered forms or has been changed often. There are many varied ideas on how to improve the economy. The artist has painted in varied styles as his interests have changed. And a varied workout routine will keep you from getting bored.
Vocabulary lists containing varied
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Example Sentences
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Overall, the research suggests that relationships between humans and wolves were far more varied than scientists once believed.
From Science Daily • Jul. 5, 2026
Established producers of non-AI same-sex art and entertainment had varied views on the new generation of "Girls' Love" and "Boys' Love" titles.
From Barron's • Jun. 30, 2026
On any given livestream, the viewers are varied.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 27, 2026
Geothermal energy makes use of natural heat below the Earth's surface and the next generation of technology can access hotter, deeper and more varied locations than ever before.
From BBC • Jun. 25, 2026
Finally, Polynesian material culture varied from the production of no more than personal utensils to the construction of monumental stone architecture.
From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond
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