Synonyms for

Varying

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

Definition

changing or differing in some way

Synonyms & similar words

deviate alter variable motley depart variegate conform diverge vary change different diverse varied changing fluctuating inconsistent unpredictable shifting altering modifying transforming adjusting adapting evolving developing progressing advancing shuffling alternating oscillating

Synonyms by register

Formal

fluctuating divergent inconsistent disparate

Informal

different changing mixed all sorts of

Literary

Protean mutable protean

Antonyms

constant uniform unchanging stable consistent steady fixed

Common collocations

  • varying degrees
  • varying greatly
  • varying widely
  • varying circumstances
  • varying from
  • varying levels
  • varying opinions

Word family

noun variation
verb vary
adjective variable
adverb variedly

Usage note

Often used to describe things that are not the same or that change over time. Be mindful of the context; 'varying' implies a lack of uniformity.

Example sentences

  1. The colors of the leaves are varying in the fall.
  2. The prices of goods are varying depending on the demand.
  3. Her mood is varying from happy to sad.
  4. The opinions of people are varying on the issue.
  5. The weather is varying from hot to cold.

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
  • Change is the law of life. And those who look only to the past or present are certain to miss the future. - John F. Kennedy

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