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varied (adjective), more varied, most varied
Referring to something that has diverse or different types or qualities: Dr. Smart told Jane that it was important for her to have a balanced and varied diet.
varied, various
varied (VAIR eed, VAR eed) (adjective)
Having many forms or types, including several different things: "After being sick for so long she is now trying to eat a more varied diet."
various (VAIR ee uhs, VAR ee uhs) (adjective)
A reference to several different or many different things, people, etc.: "Various pop bands played at the concert last night."
The music program was varied because various bands and soloists were invited to perform.
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vary (verb), varies; varied; varying
1. To make or cause changes in the characteristics or attributes of; modify or alter: The price of the rooms in the hotel can vary depending on the holidays.
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2. To change within a range of possibilities, or in connection with something else, or to make something undergo such a change: Sam told his daughter, "Sally, you should vary your diet, because eating just potato chips will harm you in the end."
3. To give variety or diversity to something or to change, to alter, and to modify: Mr. Cook tries to vary the menu by trying to offer something new each week.
2. To change within a range of possibilities, or in connection with something else, or to make something undergo such a change: Sam told his daughter, "Sally, you should vary your diet, because eating just potato chips will harm you in the end."
3. To give variety or diversity to something or to change, to alter, and to modify: Mr. Cook tries to vary the menu by trying to offer something new each week.
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(Greek: varied, irregular, mottled; many-colored, spotted)
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