varied

adjective

var·​ied ˈver-ēd 

1

: various, diverse

many and varied comments

2

: variegated sense 1

variedly adverb

Synonyms

• 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

The images will be accompanied by quotes from interviews conducted by Orion where participants delve into their hugely varied and expansive relationships to the word. —El Hardwick, Them., 23 Oct. 2025

For the Spanish, in one sense, the justification for the enslavement of Africans was complex and varied. —Literary Hub, 23 Oct. 2025

During a morning analyst call, Gelfond touted Imax as more than a provider of premium theatrical screens to becoming a platform for varied and global event content to distinguish itself from the broader exhibition industry. —Etan Vlessing, HollywoodReporter, 23 Oct. 2025

Stefanski notes this type is usually sold canned, which can result in varied nutritional values. —Laura Schober, Health, 23 Oct. 2025

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