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Varied vs. Various
Varied
Examples:
In that copying, he saw a varied and agreeable world.The artist's portfolio demonstrated a varied range of techniques.Living in a city offers a varied cultural experience.
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Various
/ˈveəriəs/Examples:
We had various foods at the party.The museum shows various types of art.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- Varied indicates a range or diversity within a single group or series, like a varied menu with different dishes.
- Various suggests multiple distinct items or people without necessarily implying diversity among them.
- Think of varied as suggesting different types within one category, while various refers to multiple items without the need to be part of the same group.
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