vary
/ˈvɛəɹi/
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Also seen as: varies · varying · varied
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To change with time or a similar parameter.
Verb
Examples
He varies his magic tricks so as to minimize the possibility that any given audience member will see the same trick twice.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To institute a change in, from a current state; to modify.
Nghĩa · Tiếng Việt
Đưa ra sự thay đổi từ trạng thái hiện tại; sửa đổi
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Verb
Examples
You should vary your diet. Eating just bread will do you harm in the end.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “vary” mean?
To change with time or a similar parameter.
Is “vary” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.