varied

adjective

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

Examples of varied in a Sentence

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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Attacker motivations are as varied as the individuals and groups themselves. Carlos Morales, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2025 The selection well exemplifies France’s varied content offering. Ed Meza, Variety, 28 Aug. 2025 In terms of where travelers are headed, the most popular destinations are as varied as the country itself. Michael Cappetta, Travel + Leisure, 26 Aug. 2025 This is believed to be the start of his creative process for a song that has proved timeless and universal, recorded by such varied artists as Garland, Ray Charles, Willie Nelson, Patti LaBelle, Barbra Streisand and Placido Domingo. Paul Grein, Billboard, 25 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for varied

Word History

Etymology

from past participle of vary

First Known Use

1588, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of varied was in 1588

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“Varied.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/varied. Accessed 3 Sep. 2025.

Kids Definition

varied

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

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