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vary

/ˈvɛəɹi/verb2 syllables

Vary means: be at variance with; be out of line with.

Synonyms for vary8

verb, as in be at variance with; be out of line with

deviate, diverge, depart

verb, as in become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence

change, alter

verb, as in make something more diverse and varied

variegate, motley

also used for vary

fluctuate

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What does vary mean?4

verb

1

be at variance with; be out of line with

2

become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence“her mood changes in accordance with the weather”

3

make something more diverse and varied“Vary the menu”

4

be subject to change in accordance with a variable“Prices vary”

Definitions from the Open English WordNet, CC BY 4.0.

What rhymes with vary?25

three syllables

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All 25 rhymes for vary, grouped by syllable

Vary in a sentence

  • These shoes vary in size, but not in shape.unknown
  • English language courses vary greatly, depending on where you are studying.CM
  • Prices vary with each store, so do your shopping wisely.unknown
  • China's territory is vast, thus the types of tea vary.Aphima
  • Ultimately, the purpose of living may vary for each individual.Nuel
  • The form varies, but in principle you remain alone.hajenso
  • Wages vary in relation to the age of the worker.Duck
  • Tastes in music vary from person to person.CK

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Forms of vary

as a verb

past tense
varied
present participle
varying
third-person singular
varies
past participle
varied