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VARIETY Synonyms

There are 28 synonyms of the word variety. (exact relations)
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

Best Hypernyms For VARIETY

Here is a list of related hypernyms for variety, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Words (10)
accumulation aggregation assemblage category collection difference heterogeneity heterogeneousness show taxon
Phrases (2)
taxonomic categorytaxonomic group

Alternatives for ASSORTMENT

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