diversified

adjective

di·​ver·​si·​fied də-ˈvər-sə-ˌfīd How to pronounce diversified (audio)
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1
a
: composed of distinct or unlike elements or qualities
a diversified [=diverse] student body
cities with more diversified economies
No other North American raptor … occupies a range so diversified in character, both as to climate and terrain.Frank Lyman Beebe et al.
b
: of, relating to, or involving varied operations or products
diversified farming/agriculture
… a diversified conglomerate with interests in pulp and paper, machinery and electronics, and construction materials.Stewart Pinkerton
… offered diversified services like credit-card lending, mortgage banking and real estate development.Time
He said that studios should push for a more diversified business model, so they won't live or die based on the success of one [video] game.Brian Gaar
2
: balanced defensively by having funds divided among varied securities
Investors, if they are well advised, will have broadly diversified portfolios.Robert Charles Clark

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The company manages these risks through a diversified investment portfolio and other strategies. Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 7 Feb. 2025 The narrative is amplified with a 360-degree approach across the U.S., utilizing a diversified media mix of high-visibility digital platforms, striking print placements, and premium outdoor displays. Lisa Lockwood, WWD, 6 Feb. 2025 Energy providers should plan for demand surges and explore diversified energy sources to ensure resilience and proper balancing. Jim Foerster, Forbes, 23 Jan. 2025 Gersh already works with a diversified list of brand consulting clients spanning industries from sports and fintech to dating and restaurants. Katcy Stephan, Variety, 27 Jan. 2025 See all Example Sentences for diversified 

Word History

Etymology

from past participle of diversify

First Known Use

1578, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Time Traveler
The first known use of diversified was in 1578

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“Diversified.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/diversified. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.

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