vary (v.)

  1. become different in some particular way, without permanently losing ones or its former characteristics or essence; her mood changes in accordance with the weather; The supermarkets selection of vegetables varies according to the season

    [ Syn: change , alter ]

  2. be at variance with; be out of line with

    [ Syn: deviate , diverge , depart ]

  3. be subject to change in accordance with a variable; Prices vary; His moods vary depending on the weather'

  4. make something more diverse and varied; Vary the menu

    [ Syn: variegate , motley ]

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