VARIES Synonyms: 64 Similar and Opposite Words

varies

verb

present tense third-person singular of vary

as in differs

to be unlike; to not be the same opinions by experts on the subject vary

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as in modifies

to make different in some way varied the method occasionally for the sake of experimentation

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as in ranges

to occur within a continuous range of variation the appliance store is offering discounts that vary from 10 to 40 percent, depending upon the brand

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as in changes

to pass from one form, state, or level to another terrain that constantly varied as we traveled from the coast to the interior

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Recent Examples of varies The insurance bill for the restaurant varies by month, depending on the claims employees file. — Jen Christensen, CNN Money, 24 Oct. 2026 This timeframe varies based on the patient’s treatment, clinical needs, and their symptoms. — Leigh Egan, FOXNews.com, 24 Oct. 2026 However, the impact varies by sector, and some like metal products and transportation equipment have seen modest gains. — Dylan Lysen, Kansas City Star, 24 Oct. 2026 While style varies by winery, techniques to add depth and complexity to Albariño include long aging on the lees and fermentation or maturation in wood, granite, or concrete vessels. — Mike Desimone, Robb Report, 23 Oct. 2026 Chai typically contains less caffeine per serving than matcha, though the amount varies by product and preparation method. — Lindsey Desoto, HEALTH, 23 Oct. 2026 Alcohol content varies by brand; Kikkoman’s aji-mirin, for example, contains about 8%. — Bon Appétit, Bon Appetit Magazine, 23 Oct. 2026 While performance varies with outdoor temperatures, heat pumps can deliver substantially more useful heat per unit of energy purchased than conventional electric resistance heating. — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 17 Oct. 2026 The chefs make sushi throughout the day, and the assortment varies. — Jenn Harris, Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2026

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Verb

Nuyarn’s technology differs from conventional wool spinning by avoiding tight fiber twisting.

— Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 29 Oct. 2026
Its credit counseling model differs from the debt settlement services offered by the other four companies.

— Malana VanTyler, Miami Herald, 28 Oct. 2026

Definition of differs

Verb

When transitioning from hard flooring to rugs or carpets, the system automatically adjusts suction levels and modifies its brush roll behavior to maximize particle pickup while preventing hair entanglements around the main rollers.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 29 Sep. 2026
In anticipation of the court ruling, a law passed by the Illinois General Assembly in June modifies the state residency requirement that applies to students without permanent legal status.

— Kate Perez, Chicago Tribune, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of modifies

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With four major professional sports teams and an eclectic international dining scene that ranges from Texas staples like barbecue and Tex-Mex to Vietnamese, Nigerian, and Indian cuisine, there’s no shortage of reasons to visit.

— Jill Robbins, Southern Living, 31 Oct. 2026
The list ranges from the Dakar Rally and the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix to the WTA Finals, the FIFA eSports Finals, and WWE’s Crown Jewel.

— Eduard Cauich, Los Angeles Times, 30 Oct. 2026

Definition of ranges

Verb

This contrasts with the background of Culver, who practiced law for 18 years before his election to his judgeship.

— Letters to the Editor, The Orlando Sentinel, 28 Oct. 2026
That contrasts with Supergirl, which in June posted one of DC Studios’ worst opening weekends.

— Andrew McGowan, Fortune, 26 Oct. 2026

Definition of contrasts

Verb

Pressure alters magnetism For the experiments, the research team used tiny crystals of manganese telluride (MnTe) and iron sulfide (FeS).

— Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 28 Oct. 2026
In that scene, Rhys Harries impressively alters his own features without makeup.

— Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2026

Definition of alters

Verb

Their goal was for the album to tell a story of radicalization, following a protagonist who shifts from complacency to an awareness of injustice and institutional oppression, and ultimately resolves to act against it.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 26 Oct. 2026
This then shifts the star’s color away from the more typical orange, white, and blue.

— Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of shifts

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