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Varied

UK /["/ˈveərid/"]/US /["/ˈverid//ˈværid/"]/

Definition

of many different types

In simple words: Different from each other; having many types.

Examples

  • varied opinions
  • They stock a wide and varied selection of cheeses.
  • The opportunities the job offers are many and varied.
  • Young people run away from home for many and varied reasons.
  • a richly varied cultural life
  • The country has a rich and varied culture.
  • an endlessly varied repertoire of songs
  • They offer a varied programme of entertainment.
  • He led a full and varied life.
  • I've had a varied career.

Usage notes

Use 'varied' to describe things that have diversity, such as experiences or colors. Avoid using it in overly formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone adjective

Memory hint

Think of 'varied' as 'very different' — both start with 'var-'.

Collocations

  • be
  • become
  • extremely
  • fairly
  • very
  • many and varied
  • rich and varied
  • be
  • become
  • extremely
  • fairly
  • very
  • many and varied
  • rich and varied

Synonyms

  • diverse
  • different
  • mixed
  • assorted
  • heterogeneous

Antonyms

  • uniform
  • identical
  • homogeneous

Common mistakes

  • Confusing 'varied' with 'various'.
  • Using 'varied' in singular form incorrectly.
  • Omitting a noun when describing something as varied.