Synonyms for

Varied

Verb / ˈveri:d / Another word for varied — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Varied means different or diverse in nature, form, or content.

Synonyms & similar words

variegate alter depart deviate wideranging vary change unvaried diverge motley conform diverse different assorted various myriad multifarious manifold heterogeneous miscellaneous mixed sundry disparate uneven contrasting inconsistent irregular unequal varying fluctuating shifting

Synonyms by register

Formal

diverse heterogeneous multifarious assorted

Informal

mixed different all sorts of

Literary

manifold myriad motley

Antonyms

uniform same identical consistent unchanging monotonous homogenous

Common collocations

  • varied diet
  • varied interests
  • varied background
  • varied experiences
  • varied selection
  • varied opinions
  • varied landscape

Word family

noun variety
verb vary
adverb variedly

Usage note

Often used to describe things that are different from each other or come in many different types. It implies a lack of uniformity or sameness.

Example sentences

  1. The garden had a varied collection of flowers.
  2. The teacher gave us a varied set of questions to solve.
  3. The menu had a varied selection of dishes.
  4. The landscape was filled with varied terrain.
  5. The artist used a varied color palette for the painting.

Quotes

  • Life is a series of natural and spontaneous changes. Don't resist them; that only creates sorrow. Let reality be reality. Let things flow naturally forward in whatever way they like. - Lao Tzu
  • The only way to make sense out of change is to plunge into it, move with it, and join the dance. - Alan Watts
  • The secret of change is to focus all of your energy, not on fighting the old, but on building the new. - Socrates

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