B1verbsciencesociety
US/ˈver.i/
UK/ˈveə.ri/
to be different from one case to another, or to change something so it is not always the same
In context
Prices vary a lot from one shop to another.
The weather in the mountains can vary throughout the day.
Try to vary your diet so you get enough vitamins.
Words that go with vary
verb + adverb
- vary widelyOpinions on the new law vary widely.
- vary greatlySalaries vary greatly between regions.
verb + preposition
- vary fromClass sizes vary from ten to forty students.
- vary according toThe fee varies according to the season.
- vary depending onTravel time varies depending on traffic.
- vary inThe apples vary in size and color.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
Prices are varying from shop to shop.Correct: Prices vary from shop to shop.
Incorrect:
vary to the seasonCorrect: vary with the season