Variety Definition
variety
noun
- a collection containing a variety of sorts of things; "a great assortment of cars was on display"; "he had a variety of disorders"; "a veritable smorgasbord of religions"
- noticeable heterogeneity; "a diversity of possibilities"; "the range and variety of his work is amazing"
- (biology) a taxonomic category consisting of members of a species that differ from others of the same species in minor but heritable characteristics; "varieties are frequently recognized in botany"
- a show consisting of a series of short unrelated performances
- a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality; "sculpture is a form of art"; "what kinds of desserts are there?"
- a difference that is usually pleasant; "he goes to France for variety"; "it is a refreshing change to meet a woman mechanic"
"Variety" in song lyrics
See how variety is used in real songs:
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"Deploy missiles of the MX variety"
3rd Bass — Oval Office -
"The equality variety"
3rd Bass f/ Nice and Smooth — Microphone Techniques -
"Check out all the cats of noteriety the variety"
The Cross Movement [Tonic] — Forever
Words that rhyme with variety
Usage tips for "variety"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "variety" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for variety to find words that pair well.