various
Usage
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The adjective various stresses the multiplicity of sorts or instances of a thing or a class of things: various sorts of seaweed; busy with various duties. Different emphasizes separateness and dissimilarity: two different (or differing) versions of the same story. Distinct implies a uniqueness that is clear and unmistakable: plans similar in objective but distinct in method. Diversein describing ideas or opinionssuggests degrees of difference that may be at odds or challenging to reconcile: diverse views on how the area should be zoned.
Example Sentences
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They featured detailed drawings of various ancient fossils and prehistoric creatureswhose origins were beginning to be studied and understood by scientists at the time.
From BBC
The cluster wouldthe company declaredbe "more than twice the size of many of today's leading campuses"comprising various buildingsan on-site electrical substation and wildflower areas.
From BBC
Lacking Ayatollah Khomeini’s gravitasKhamenei built his power by balancing Iran’s various pillars of authority.
Peacock representatives confirmed in an email that the fish at breakfast was “locally sourced Scottish smoked salmonfrom various local providers.”
From Salon
When Nelson first came to the UK he took on various jobsincluding making Mother's Pride bread and Kipling's Cakes near Southamptonas well as Bendick's Chocolate in Winchester.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century ThesaurusThird Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
