varied

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adjective

var·​ied ˈver-ēd How to pronounce varied (audio)
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1
: various, diverse
many and varied comments
2
: variegated sense 1
variedly adverb

varied

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past tense and past participle of vary

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Adjective 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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The allegations are wide-ranging, varied and horrific, and Brand will have the chance to defend himself likely in a few weeks’ time. — Max Goldbart, Deadline, 16 Oct. 2026 The destinations varied, but both trips gave these women the rare pleasure of having their wishes shape the experiences—and allowed their daughters to know them in a new way. — Jenn Sinrich, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 Oct. 2026 In 2024, 63% of adults owned their homes and 28% rented, but ownership varied sharply by income. — Heather Occhino, Fortune, 16 Oct. 2026 The meta-analysis found that some associations varied depending on whether passive social media use occurred in general settings or online groups. — Ashley Lynch, Sacbee.com, 15 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for varied

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Etymology

Adjective

from past participle of vary

First Known Use

Adjective

1588, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of varied was in 1588

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varied

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