varied

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adjective

var·​ied ˈver-ēd How to pronounce varied (audio)
Synonyms of variednext
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: various, diverse
many and varied comments
2
: variegated sense 1
variedly adverb

varied

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past tense and past participle of vary

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Adjective We try to eat a more varied diet. My routine is varied enough so that I don't get bored. She studies subjects as varied as chemistry and sculpture.
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It’s been a dynamic year with a varied complexion of transactions, from mega-mergers to portfolio pruning through corporate divestitures. — Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 9 Oct. 2026 That role now means navigating industry contraction and uncertainty and ensuring Hollywood producers keep coming to Ontario for tax credits, local talent and varied locations. — Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 9 Oct. 2026 Across the city, a collection of longstanding favorites and ambitious newcomers is helping to make its drinking scene increasingly varied. — Alessia Armenise, Condé Nast Traveler, 9 Oct. 2026 The salad is crisp, varied in texture and unmistakably autumnal. — Angela Hansberger, AJC.com, 9 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for varied

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Etymology

Adjective

from past participle of vary

First Known Use

Adjective

1588, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of varied was in 1588

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varied

adjective
var·​ied
ˈver-ēd, 
ˈvar-
1
: having many forms or types : diverse
2
: variegated sense 1
variedly adverb
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