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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.