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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Others accused the brand of catering to Black elitism, erasing the varied experiences of Black Americans involvement with the Ralph Lauren brand. Meagan Jordan, Rolling Stone, 17 Aug. 2025 This opens the door to more natural writing and varied phrasing. Jeremy Fields, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2025 That varied history is represented by the place names across the Grand Canyon State (think Tuba City, Canyon de Chelly and Ajo). Shelby Slade, AZCentral.com, 14 Aug. 2025 Twenty-five years later, the survivors lead varied lives. James Mercadante, EW.com, 13 Aug. 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 21 Aug. 2025.

Kids Definition

varied

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

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