Word
varied
Phoneticsvar·ied, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈvɛɹid/
UK/vˈeəɹid/
Definitions
01diverse or different
B2 · Upper Intermediate
adj. having many different types, forms, or parts.
adj. incorporating a wide range of different types or elements; diverse.
日本語:様々※
“The restaurant offers a varied menu with dishes from all over the world.”
“The candidate's varied professional background, spanning finance, education, and technology, made her an exceptionally versatile addition to the leadership team.”
Synonyms
Antonyms
02changed or modified
C1 · Advanced Formal
adj. something that has been changed from its original form.
adj. having been altered or modified from a standard or previous state.
“The architect presented a varied plan that addressed the client's new budget.”
“The researchers observed the varied results after adjusting the chemical concentrations in the second phase of the experiment.”
Collocations
Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “varied” in context.
Verb
01. become increasingly varied
“The tasks assigned to the team have become increasingly varied as the project has evolved.”
verb + adv + adj
02. remain varied
“It is important that your daily exercise routine remains varied to avoid boredom.”
verb + adj
Adjective
03. varied career
“She has had a long and varied career in both the public and private sectors.”
adj + noun
04. varied diet
“Maintaining a healthy and varied diet is essential for long-term well-being.”
adj + noun
05. varied landscape
“The hikers enjoyed the varied landscape, which shifted from dense forests to rocky peaks.”
adj + noun
06. varied selection of books
“The local library offers a varied selection of books for readers of all ages.”
adj + noun + of + noun
Adverb
07. infinitely varied
“The patterns found in nature are infinitely varied and complex.”
adv + adj
08. widely varied
“The students came from widely varied backgrounds, representing over thirty different countries.”
adv + adj
09. varied considerably
Real-World Examples
“It’s a comedy that’s actually funny, with characters that you really care about despite their varied faults.” “Jim Shaughnessy, the owner of MW Books in Claregalway, Ireland, said his business had been receiving large, varied orders since May.” - Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.C1 AdvancedIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.7.0–8.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 5.0–5.595–113TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.945–990
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