Varied

Definition

Characterized by diversity or a range of different things.

Parts of Speech

• Adjective

Pronunciation

American English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈvɛrid/
• Respelling: VER-id (with "VER" rhyming with "her" and "id" as in "did")

British English

• IPA Pronunciation: /ˈvɛərɪd/
• Respelling: VAIR-id (with "VAIR" like in "air" and "id" as in "did")

In American English, "varied" has a more pronounced 'e' sound in the first syllable, while in British English, the first syllable contains a longer and slightly different vowel sound, more akin to the word "air." The second syllable "id" remains consistent in pronunciation between both dialects.

Etymology

Derived from the Old French word "varier", which means "be different" or "make different". This, in turn, comes from the Latin "variare", which stems from "varius", meaning "varied", "different", or "diverse".

Derivatives

• Variably
• Variedness
• Vary
• Variation
• Variability

Synonyms

• Diverse
• Assorted
• Multifarious

Antonyms

• Uniform
• Homogeneous
• Monotonous

Usage

• "Her interests are varied, spanning from literature to extreme sports."
• "A well-balanced diet should be varied and include foods from all food groups."

Related Terms

• Variety
• Variance
• Variation
• Variable
• Varietal

Detailed Definition

Adjective

• Diverse or Differing from One Another: Displaying a range of different elements or aspects.
• Example: The art exhibition showcased varied styles from different periods.

• Changed or Modified: Not remaining the same, especially in terms of conditions or circumstances.
• Example: The terrain varied as we hiked through the mountain range.