Various — synonyms, definition

1. various (o)

manifold many multiform plural several

2. various (a)

assorted different disparate dissimilar distant divers fragmentary indiscriminate manifold many miscellaneous mixed motley multifarious multiform multitudinous numerous odd plural several • • •

3. various (Adjective)

diverse respective versatile

various (Adjective) — Of many different kinds purposefully arranged but lacking any uniformity. ex. "his disguises are many and various" ex. "various experiments have failed to disprove the theory" ex. "cited various reasons for his behaviour"

various (Adjective) — Considered individually. ex. "the various reports all agreed"

various (Adjective) — Distinctly dissimilar or unlike. ex. "animals as various as the jaguar and the cavy and the sloth"

various (Adjective) — Having great diversity or variety. ex. "his various achievements are impressive"