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The box held various colors of chalk.
What does Various mean?
Various means several different kinds.
Dictionary definition
Various means several different kinds or more than one type.
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We tested various methods before choosing one.
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Various examples can help explain one concept clearly because each example shows a different part.
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What does various mean?
Various means various means several different kinds.
Practice 2
Which word is closest in meaning to various?
Different is close in meaning to various in this entry.
Practice 3
Which word is a useful contrast for various?
Single is a useful contrast for various.
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WordVarious.
Partadjective.
MeaningVarious means several different kinds.
ExampleExample: The box held various colors of chalk.
Word breakdown
3 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- vair · ee · us
- Strongest beat
- vair
- Ending
- us
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on vair.
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Word family
Various word family
Base word
vary
adjective
various
Several different kinds.
noun
variety
A range of different kinds.
adverb
variously
In different ways.
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Hint for students
Various means several different kinds. Look for clue words that show more than one type or option.
Common mix-up
Various is not the same as many. Many can be all the same kind; various means different kinds.
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Write one sentence that shows various without using the word various. Then underline the clue words that show several different kinds or types. Example: The table had crayons, markers, pencils, and paintbrushes. Clue words: crayons, markers, pencils, paintbrushes Now try your own sentence. Ask: Does my sentence show more than one different kind?
Teacher prompt
Ask students to explain this model sentence: "We tested various methods before choosing one." Why does various fit better than single?
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