vary Synonyms
vary Meaning
vary (v)
become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence
be at variance with; be out of line with
be subject to change in accordance with a variable
make something more diverse and varied
vary (v. t.)
To change the aspect of; to alter in form, appearance, substance, position, or the like; to make different by a partial change; to modify; as, to vary the properties, proportions, or nature of a thing; to vary a posture or an attitude; to vary one's dress or opinions.
To change to something else; to transmute; to exchange; to alternate.
To make of different kinds; to make different from one another; to diversity; to variegate.
To embellish; to change fancifully; to present under new aspects, as of form, key, measure, etc. See Variation, 4.
vary (v. i.)
To alter, or be altered, in any manner; to suffer a partial change; to become different; to be modified; as, colors vary in different lights.
To differ, or be different; to be unlike or diverse; as, the laws of France vary from those of England.
To alter or change in succession; to alternate; as, one mathematical quantity varies inversely as another.
To deviate; to depart; to swerve; -- followed by from; as, to vary from the law, or from reason.
To disagree; to be at variance or in dissension; as, men vary in opinion.
vary (n.)
Alteration; change.
vary Sentence Examples
- The weather conditions vary greatly throughout the year.
- The prices vary depending on the time of day and demand.
- The flavors of the dishes vary according to the region.
- The intensity of the sunlight varies with the time of day and season.
- The difficulty of the exam questions can vary significantly.
- Students' performance on the test varied widely.
- The volume of traffic varies during different times of the day.
- The number of attendees at the event varied considerably.
- The styles of clothing vary greatly within different cultures.
- The quality of the materials used can vary significantly in different products.
FAQs About the word vary
become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence, be at variance with; be out of line with, be
contrast,differ,,fluctuate, separate, divide, deviate, diverge
match, compare, correspond, correspond, match,compare,agree, agree, conform, conform
The weather conditions vary greatly throughout the year.
The prices vary depending on the time of day and demand.
The flavors of the dishes vary according to the region.
The intensity of the sunlight varies with the time of day and season.
