varied

adjective

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

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.
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Equip them with discussion points, questions and varied perspectives. Antoine Andrews, Forbes.com, 24 July 2025 In all of these cities, the difference between buying and renting varied from $1,166 to $2,623. Suzanne Blake, MSNBC Newsweek, 23 July 2025 The Birches, located at 215 55th St., currently supports 82 residents and has the capacity of 90 apartments, located on two acres, with varied private apartment styles. Chuck Fieldman, Chicago Tribune, 22 July 2025 Aldi, Target, Whole Foods, Menards Despite the inconveniences of shopping at the virtually cart-less Midway Cub location, customers returned, lured by late hours, competitive prices, varied products and a large selection of meats and seafoods. Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 22 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for varied

Word History

Etymology

from past participle of vary

First Known Use

1588, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of varied was in 1588

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“Varied.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/varied. Accessed 29 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

varied

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

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