varied

1 of 2

adjective

var·​ied ˈver-ēd 

1

: various, diverse

many and varied comments

2

: variegated sense 1

variedly adverb

varied

2 of 2

past tense and past participle of vary

Synonyms of varied

Adjective

• eclectic
• diverse
• mixed
• assorted

Examples of varied in a Sentence

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.

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

In the ads analyzed by Noticias Telemundo, the form and content indicating it was done with AI varied; there were differences ranging from the text size to the wording. — Anagilmara Vílchez, NBC news, 23 Oct. 2026

The researchers found that all six appeared to use users’ chat data to train and improve their models by default, although practices and opt-out options varied. — Fernanda Tronco, Fortune, 23 Oct. 2026

On a Tuesday, that meant aloo gobhi and kadhai paneer, served as a thali, a varied meal of several small dishes. — Anne Ewbank, Sacbee.com, 23 Oct. 2026

Indoor options are varied and include yoga, Qigong, sauna rituals, sound baths, and many other activities to nurture body and mind. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 22 Oct. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

from past participle of vary

First Known Use

Adjective

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