Vary - definition, pronunciation, transcription

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Amer.  |ˈverɪ|  American pronunciation of the word vary
Brit.  |ˈveərɪ|  British pronunciation of the word vary

verb

- become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence (syn: alter, change)
- be at variance with; be out of line with (syn: depart, deviate, diverge)
- be subject to change in accordance with a variable
Prices vary
His moods vary depending on the weather
- make something more diverse and varied (syn: motley, variegate)

Extra examples

The terrain varies as you climb higher.

The cost of a room at the hotel varies with the season.

Their services vary depending on the customer.

They've tried to improve their procedures, with varying degrees of success.

The diamonds vary in size.

Colors vary from light to dark.

I try to vary my diet by eating different kinds of foods.

Opinions vary on this point.

They vary in their opinions.

Prices vary from ten to fifteen dollars.

Test scores vary from school to school.

The heights of the plants vary from 8 cm to 20 cm.

Medical treatment varies greatly from state to state.

Cooking times may vary slightly, depending on your oven.

Charges vary according to size.

Word forms

verb
I/you/we/they: vary
he/she/it: varies
present participle: varying
past tense: varied
past participle: varied
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