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Definition of various

various

/ˈvɛr.i.əs/
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Adverb:variously
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• adjective

1

Different from one another; of different kinds or sorts.

Example

"The store sells dresses of various colors and styles."

2

More than one; several and distinct.

Example

"For various reasons, the board decided to postpone the annual meeting."

3

Having or showing different qualities, aspects, or characteristics; multifaceted.

Example

"Her professional life was as rich and various as the cities she had lived in."

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Word Nuance & Usage

When meaning 'several distinct things,' 'various' is normally used attributively before a plural noun (e.g., 'various people agreed') rather than predicatively.

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• Nearby Words

variegated
variety
varifocals
various
variously
variousness
varmint

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the mid-16th century directly from Latin 'varius', meaning 'changing, diverse, speckled, or variegated'.

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Various. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/various
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