MULTIFARIOUS Synonyms: 36 Similar and Opposite Words

multifarious

adjective

ˌməl-tə-ˈfer-ē-əs

Definition of multifarious

as in various

being of many and various kinds the multifarious interests and activities in which Benjamin Franklin immersed himself

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Recent Examples of multifarious The Persian Empire spanned three continents and was a diverse, multifarious federation of many tribes, ethnicities, and religious identities. — Big Think, 23 Apr. 2026 Tashi Dorji turns to that same multifarious sense of exhaustion on his latest record. — James Gui, Pitchfork, 5 Feb. 2026 Brennan’s multifarious pieces at times nod to progressive-rock at its most urbane — in particular such bands as Gentle Giant, Tangerine Dream and Happy The Man. — George Varga, San Diego Union-Tribune, 26 Dec. 2025 Today’s Thermomix has become a beast of multifarious functionality. — Matthew Korfhage, Wired News, 21 Nov. 2025 See All Example Sentences for multifarious

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Eco effort The property has invested in a resort-wide recycling program, providing recycling bins at various touch points and committing to all cups, service ware, and to-go containers being made from recycled materials.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
Deals like this appear because people buy on impulse, then quickly lose interest for various reasons.

— Damian Peach, Space.com, 4 Aug. 2026

Definition of various

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Although there are myriad points of contention within the Democratic Party, such as support for Israel, El-Sayed considers economic issues a top issue for his campaign.

— ABC News, ABC News, 31 July 2026
For breakfast, made-to-order omelets, Belgian waffles, avocado toast, breakfast burritos, and myriad pastries and breads make up a sumptuous buffet.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 July 2026

Definition of myriad

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That is why the Smithsonian is commemorating the 250th through manifold perspectives reflective of the entire country.

— Lonnie G. Bunch III, The Atlantic, 4 July 2026
But the obstacles blocking James from joining the Wolves are, regrettably, manifold — money being the first and foremost.

— Anthony Bettin, CBS News, 1 July 2026

Definition of manifold

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