varied

adjective

var·​ied ˈver-ēd 

1

: various, diverse

many and varied comments

2

: variegated sense 1

variedly adverb

Synonyms of varied

• eclectic
• mixed
• diverse
• assorted

Examples of varied in a Sentence

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.

Recent Examples on the Web

Authorities said their medical conditions varied and alleged that they had been kept in about a 12-foot-by-12-foot room for several years. — ABC News, 10 July 2026

What used to be a forum for original, quirky, clever remarks by the Daily News’ varied community of smartypants has turned into a gridlock of repetitious venting of old, dumb blah. — Voice Of The People, New York Daily News, 10 July 2026

Brands as varied as Nike, Uniqlo and Dior have tapped him for collaborations in the past. — Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 8 July 2026

The third day’s program in the athletic section of the Olympic games was a full one and varied in character. — Aj Willingham, AJC.com, 8 July 2026

Word History

Etymology

from past participle of vary

First Known Use

1588, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for varied

• berried
• buried
• ferried
• harried
• married
• parried
• serried
• tarried
• miscarried
• remarried
• unmarried
• unvaried

Kids Definition

varied

adjective

var·​ied

ˈver-ēd, 

ˈvar-

1

: having many forms or types : diverse

2

: variegated sense 1

variedly adverb