variegated 1 of 2

adjective

ˈver-ē-ə-ˌgā-təd How to pronounce variegated (audio)
Definition of variegatednext
1
as in colored
marked by a variety of usually vivid colors the variegated costumes of the dancers in the nightclub

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2
as in dotted
marked with spots a variety of variegated tulip that is highly prized by gardeners

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variegated

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verb

past tense of variegate
as in mottled

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Recent Examples of variegated
Adjective
There’s also a variegated variety. — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 20 Dec. 2025 For variegated types, that’s actually the preferred way, since rooted cuttings often send up new shoots that are just plain green. — The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Oct. 2025 For variegated types, that’s actually the preferred way, since rooted cuttings often send up new shoots that are just plain green. — Margaret Roach, New York Times, 12 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for variegated
Recent Examples of Synonyms for variegated
  1. colored
  2. dotted
  3. mottled
  4. colorful
  5. speckled
  6. striped
  7. varied
  8. flecked
Adjective
  • Rust-colored brick buildings, quiet neighborhoods, and remnants of mills and factories speak to the region’s rich industrial history.
    — Abby Price, Travel + Leisure, 14 July 2026
  • Wear lightweight, light-colored clothing and seek shade whenever possible.
    — Callie Zanandrie, CBS News, 12 July 2026
Definition of colored
Adjective
  • But what is clear is that challenges remain ahead for Erik Spoelstra’s team even after Giannis Antetokounmpo signs Monday on that dotted line.
    — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 4 July 2026
  • The dotted floral design adds a subtle pattern without feeling too bold, and matching shams are available to complete the look.
    — Toni Sutton, PEOPLE, 2 July 2026
Definition of dotted
Verb
  • The mosquito, mottled in neon pink and purple, can be seen on a nearby computer screen.
    — Ari Daniel, NPR, 11 June 2026
  • The sides may be mottled with brown blotches.
    — Ken Perrotte, Outdoor Life, 4 June 2026
Definition of mottled
Adjective
  • That colorful flipbook of adlibs in her back pocket makes the experience even better.
    — Olivier Lafontant, Pitchfork, 16 July 2026
  • Admire colorful blooms at the Lotus and Water Lily Festival, enjoy art at the Smithsonian Castle after-hours, or watch the World Cup final.
    — Fritz Hahn, Washington Post, 16 July 2026
Definition of colorful
Adjective
  • From speckled bowls to crisp white trays, these pieces are both durable and endlessly versatile.
    — Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 July 2026
  • Some speckled quartz counters mix in gold or silver sparkles for an effect that catches the light.
    — Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 30 June 2026
Definition of speckled
Verb
  • The clip shows Batula, 34, wearing an oversized pink-and-white striped button-down shirt tucked into her denim shorts while grocery shopping.
    — Charna Flam, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026
  • There were pale lime-skinned figs with lemon-yellow insides, mauve figs with strawberry insides, striped with pale-rose.
    — Angelica Calabrese, Longreads, 7 July 2026
Definition of striped
Adjective
  • Under that push, the studio has been assembling a slate built around varied stories, established talent and broad audience reach.
    — Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 13 July 2026
  • As well, the machine's limited computer vision can’t address environmental situations like differing degrees of lighting conditions in outdoor courts, or varied ceiling heights in indoor gyms.
    — Shirl Leigh July 13, New Atlas, 13 July 2026
Definition of varied
Verb
  • Around us were rolling hills flecked with houses, dappled by the sun shining through the clouds.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 17 June 2026
  • Open the door to streets lined with trees and flecked with benches, where the bell of the light rail dings its warning as cyclists zip by on narrow roads.
    — Luis Melecio-Zambrano, Mercury News, 10 June 2026
Definition of flecked

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