Variously
/ˈveə.ri.əs.li/
Definitions
In a variety of ways or in different ways.
/ˈveə.ri.əs.li/
In different ways or manners; differently.
The project was approached variously by the different teams.
💡 Simply: Imagine you have different colored crayons and you're using them to draw. 'Variously' is like using all the different colors, each in its own way, to create your drawing! Like, 'The artist used various colors to paint the sunset, making the sky look incredible!'
👶 For kids: Doing something in many different ways.
More Examples
The artist interpreted the theme variously in their paintings.
The data presented varied variously depending on the location.
How It's Used
"The book was criticized variously by different reviewers."
"The results can vary variously depending on the conditions."
From the adjective 'various' (from Latin varius, meaning 'diverse') + -ly.
The word has been used since the 16th century and has consistently meant in a diverse or various manner.
Memory tip
Think of 'variety' and 'various' – it means done in a variety of ways.