Varied: meaning, definitions and examples

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varied

[ ˈverid ]

Adjective / Verb

^{Context #1 | Adjective}

describing different options or choices

showing a lot of difference or change; including many different types of things

Synonyms

assorted, different, diverse, various.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
varied	used when talking about many different types of things that are mixed together, often to highlight a richness or abundance. The menu was varied, offering dishes from all over the world Her interests are varied, ranging from painting to rock climbing
diverse	used to describe a group or range that includes a wide variety of different types, often with an implication of inclusivity. The conference attracted a diverse audience of professionals The city is known for its diverse culture
different	used to emphasize things that are not the same, often directly comparing two or more items or ideas. They come from different backgrounds We tried several different approaches to solve the problem
assorted	most often used when referring to a collection of different items that are grouped together, typically in a random or non-specific way. The gift basket contained assorted chocolates She brought an assorted selection of teas for the party
various	used when referring to several or many different examples or types, generally without needing to be specific. The shop sells various handmade crafts She has lived in various countries around the world

Examples of usage

There is a varied selection of food at the buffet.
The museum offers a varied collection of art from different time periods.
The concert featured a varied program of classical and modern music.

^{Context #2 | Verb}

changing or modifying

to make changes or modifications in something

Synonyms

alter, change, diversify, modify.

Which Synonym Should You Choose?

Word	Description / Examples
varied	This is used to describe something that includes many different kinds of things or people. It’s often used in a positive or neutral way. The menu at the restaurant is very varied, offering both local and international dishes
modify	Used when making adjustments or improvements. This word is often used in technical or formal contexts. We need to modify our code to eliminate bugs
alter	Generally used when making a small or slight change to something. This can be neutral or positive. She decided to alter the dress to make it fit better
change	This is the most general word, used for any kind of alteration, big or small. It can describe both positive and negative alterations. You need to change the oil in your car regularly
diversify	Mostly used in business or finance to describe adding variety to reduce risk. It has a slightly formal tone. The company plans to diversify its product line to appeal to a wider market

Examples of usage

She varied her routine by trying a new exercise class.
The chef varied the ingredients in the recipe to create a unique dish.

Translations

Translations of the word "varied" in other languages:

🇵🇹 variado

🇮🇳 विविध

🇩🇪 vielfältig

🇮🇩 beragam

🇺🇦 різноманітний

🇵🇱 różnorodny

🇯🇵 多様な

🇫🇷 varié

🇪🇸 variado

🇹🇷 çeşitli

🇰🇷 다양한

🇸🇦 متنوع

🇨🇿 různorodý

🇸🇰 rôznorodý

🇨🇳 多样的

🇸🇮 raznolik

🇮🇸 fjölbreyttur

🇰🇿 әртүрлі

🇬🇪 მრავალფეროვანი

🇦🇿 müxtəlif

🇲🇽 variado

Etymology

The word 'varied' originated from the Latin word 'variare', which means 'to change' or 'to be different'. It has been used in English since the 16th century to describe things that show a lot of difference or diversity. Over time, 'varied' has become a common adjective to express the idea of including many different types of things or options.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #2,516, this word belongs to solid intermediate vocabulary. It's frequently used in both casual and formal contexts and is worth learning for better fluency.

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