VARIETY Synonyms
There are 12 hypernyms of the word variety. (close relations)
Best Alternative Words for VARIETY
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assortment | nounn | |||||||
noun • a collection containing a variety of sorts of things • the act of distributing things into classes or categories of the same type | ||||||||
array | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • an orderly arrangement • an impressive display • especially fine or decorative clothing • an arrangement of aerials spaced to give desired directional characteristics verb • lay out orderly or logically in a line or as if in a line • align oneself with a group or a way of thinking | ||||||||
diversity | nounn | |||||||
noun • noticeable heterogeneity • the condition or result of being changeable | ||||||||
miscellany | nounn | |||||||
noun • a collection containing a variety of sorts of things • an anthology of short literary pieces and poems and ballads etc. | ||||||||
mixture | nounn | |||||||
noun • (chemistry) a substance consisting of two or more substances mixed together (not in fixed proportions and not with chemical bonding) • any foodstuff made by combining different ingredients • a collection containing a variety of sorts of things • an event that combines things in a mixture • the act of mixing together | ||||||||
potpourri | nounn | |||||||
noun • a collection containing a variety of sorts of things • a musical composition consisting of a series of songs or other musical pieces from various sources • a jar of mixed flower petals and spices used as perfume | ||||||||
choice | nounn | |||||||
noun • the person or thing chosen or selected • the act of choosing or selecting • one of a number of things from which only one can be chosen adjective satellite • of superior grade • appealing to refined taste | ||||||||
collection | nounn | |||||||
noun • several things grouped together or considered as a whole • a publication containing a variety of works • request for a sum of money • the act of gathering something together | ||||||||
combination | nounn | |||||||
noun • a collection of things that have been combined; an assemblage of separate parts or qualities • a coordinated sequence of chess moves • a sequence of numbers or letters that opens a combination lock • a group of people (often temporary) having a common purpose • an alliance of people or corporations or countries for a special purpose (formerly to achieve some antisocial end but now for general political or economic purposes) • the act of arranging elements into specified groups without regard to order • the act of combining things to form a new whole | ||||||||
combo | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a small band of jazz musicians | ||||||||
medley | nounn | |||||||
noun • a musical composition consisting of a series of songs or other musical pieces from various sources | ||||||||
melange | nounn | |||||||
noun • a motley assortment of things | ||||||||
mix | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • a commercially prepared mixture of dry ingredients • an event that combines things in a mixture • the act of mixing together verb • mix together different elements • open (a place) to members of all races and ethnic groups • combine (electronic signals) • add as an additional element or part • to bring or combine together or with something else • mix so as to make a random order or arrangement | ||||||||
multiplicity | nounn | |||||||
noun • the property of being multiple • a large number | ||||||||
range | verb, noun, adjectivev, n, adj | |||||||
noun • an area in which something acts or operates or has power or control: • the limits within which something can be effective • a large tract of grassy open land on which livestock can graze • a series of hills or mountains • a place for shooting (firing or driving) projectiles of various kinds • a variety of different things or activities • (mathematics) the set of values of the dependent variable for which a function is defined • the limit of capability • a kitchen appliance used for cooking food verb • change or be different within limits • move about aimlessly or without any destination, often in search of food or employment • have a range; be capable of projecting over a certain distance, as of a gun • range or extend over; occupy a certain area • lay out orderly or logically in a line or as if in a line • feed as in a meadow or pasture • let eat • assign a rank or rating to | ||||||||
selection | nounn | |||||||
noun • the act of choosing or selecting • an assortment of things from which a choice can be made • the person or thing chosen or selected • a natural process resulting in the evolution of organisms best adapted to the environment • a passage selected from a larger work | ||||||||
change | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • an event that occurs when something passes from one state or phase to another • a relational difference between states; especially between states before and after some event • the action of changing something • the result of alteration or modification • the balance of money received when the amount you tender is greater than the amount due • a thing that is different • a different or fresh set of clothes • coins of small denomination regarded collectively • money received in return for its equivalent in a larger denomination or a different currency • a difference that is usually pleasant verb • cause to change; make different; cause a transformation • undergo a change; become different in essence; losing one's or its original nature • become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence • lay aside, abandon, or leave for another • change clothes; put on different clothes • exchange or replace with another, usually of the same kind or category • give to, and receive from, one another • change from one vehicle or transportation line to another • become deeper in tone • remove or replace the coverings of | ||||||||
diverseness | nounn | |||||||
noun • noticeable heterogeneity | ||||||||
form | verb, nounv, n | |||||||
noun • the phonological or orthographic sound or appearance of a word that can be used to describe or identify something • a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality • a perceptual structure • any spatial attributes (especially as defined by outline) • alternative names for the body of a human being • the spatial arrangement of something as distinct from its substance • the visual appearance of something or someone • a printed document with spaces in which to write • (biology) a group of organisms within a species that differ in trivial ways from similar groups • an arrangement of the elements in a composition or discourse • a particular mode in which something is manifested • (physical chemistry) a distinct state of matter in a system; matter that is identical in chemical composition and physical state and separated from other material by the phase boundary • a body of students who are taught together • an ability to perform well • a life-size dummy used to display clothes • a mold for setting concrete verb • create (as an entity) • to compose or represent • develop into a distinctive entity • give shape or form to • make something, usually for a specific function • establish or impress firmly in the mind • assume a form or shape | ||||||||
kind | adjectiveadj | |||||||
adjective • having or showing a tender and considerate and helpful nature; used especially of persons and their behavior noun • a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality adjective satellite • agreeable, conducive to comfort • tolerant and forgiving under provocation | ||||||||