/ˈvɛrɪˌɪtɪ/ VEH-ruh-ih-tee

Definitions

1. noun

a range or diversity of things, especially different kinds or types of something

“The store offers a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables.”

2. noun

a type of plant or animal that has been selectively bred or cultivated for a particular characteristic

“The gardener grew a variety of roses in her backyard.”

3. noun

a radio or television program that features a variety of different types of entertainment, such as music, comedy, and drama

“The late-night variety show was a favorite among many viewers.”

4. adjective

differing or diverse in kind or type

“The variety of opinions on the topic made it difficult to come to a consensus.”

5. noun

a category or classification within a larger group, especially in a database or inventory

“The database included a variety of categories for users to search by.”

6. verb

to present or feature a range or diversity of things, especially different kinds or types of something

“The event will variety the performances to cater to different tastes.”