varied

[ vair-eed ]

adjective

1. characterized by or exhibiting variety; various; diverse; diversified:

   varied backgrounds.

2. changed; altered:

   a varied estimate.

3. having several different colors; variegated.

varied

/ ˈvɛərɪd /

adjective

1. displaying or characterized by variety; diverse
2. modified or altered

   the amount may be varied without notice

3. varicoloured; variegated

Derived Forms

• ˈvariedly, adverb
• ˈvariedness, noun

Other Words From

• varied·ly adverb
• varied·ness noun
• non·varied adjective
• un·varied adjective
• well-varied adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of varied¹

First recorded in 1580–90; vary + -ed ²

Example Sentences

The results varied widely from region to region, but in Southern California, homes protected by a fire department were 19% less likely to burn — 31% if a civilian helped defend it too.

From Los Angeles Times

Mr Manemahaga said that more finance for the Solomon Islands would help the country create more varied jobs that would mean fewer people worked in industries that damage coral reefs.

From BBC

Hegseth's pick has been welcomed by a number of prominent Republican figures, but other reactions have been more varied.

From BBC

And when you step back to consider all of the varied lessons being drawn in their totality, a surprising conclusion presents itself.

From Slate

Clubs' responses to players and leading figures under police investigation for such offences are varied - with some opting to suspend, and others not.

From BBC

Related Words

• diverse
• mixed
• motley
• various