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variegated

Meaning

Having or showing diverse, contrasting colors or marks; marked by variety.

Examples by difficulty

Basic: Simple, everyday vocabulary — the easiest to read.

The old quilt was a comforting mess of fabrics. Reds bled into blues, yellows next to greens. Each patch was different, a little story all its own. It was a warm, variegated comfort on a chilly night.

The old gardener paused, admiring the fern. Its leaves were so interesting, a mix of deep green and bright yellow. He pointed out how the colors were not just one shade, but a blend, making the whole plant look alive and different.

The old book's cover wasn't just one color. It had patches of faded gold next to deep, worn blue, and tiny flecks of what might have been green. This variegated pattern made it look important, like it held many secrets from its long life.

My sock drawer is a glorious mess. One sock is bright orange, another has a tiny badger, and a third is covered in what looks like melted crayons. It's incredibly, delightfully variegated, a true explosion of odd.

The clown's wig was a magnificent, variegated disaster, a chaotic explosion of neon pink, electric blue, and lime green fuzz. It looked like a startled rainbow had a fight with a barber and lost spectacularly, with stray strands sticking out at all angles like confused spaghetti.

Normal: Standard, everyday language.

The old quilt, a patchwork of faded calico, felt warm and familiar. Each square offered a different memory, a variegated tapestry of past holidays and quiet evenings. It was a comforting, colorful reminder of a life lived fully.

The mechanic stared at the engine’s wiring harness, a tangled mess of red, blue, and yellow strands. It was so incredibly variegated, a dizzying contrast of colors that made tracing the faulty circuit feel impossible. This wasn't a simple fix.

The old surveyor's compass showed a variegated patch of moss clinging to a shard of ceramic, a surprising mix of deep greens and rusty reds against the dull gray stone. He'd never seen anything like it on these desolate lunar dunes, a stark reminder of how much variety nature, even out here, could still hold.

My dog's fur is truly variegated. One moment he's a fluffy white cloud, the next a patch of mud is strategically placed on his ear, then a rogue raisin lands on his rump. It's a constant, chaotic display of diverse colors and marks, making bath time an exciting, if messy, adventure.

My pet rock, Reginald, is truly a spectacle. His surface is variegated, featuring streaks of glitter glue, a dried pizza crumb, and what appears to be a tiny, glittery sombrero. He’s a testament to my artistic vision, or perhaps just my inability to clean up after crafting sessions.

Advanced: Richer vocabulary that stretches an upper-level reader.

The old quilt was a testament to her grandmother's skill, a patchwork of fabrics in shades of deep crimson, muted gold, and forest green. It was wonderfully variegated, each square a distinct hue, yet together they created a comforting warmth that filled the room with memories.

The desert wind whipped across the canyon, scattering dust that settled in a surprisingly variegated pattern on the exposed rock face. Each band of ochre, rust, and pale gray told a different story of ancient water flows, a stark and beautiful record of its tumultuous past.

The desert canyon walls displayed a breathtaking panorama. Sunlight painted swathes of deep ochre across the rock face, interrupted by streaks of dusty rose and chalky white. This variegated beauty, a striking contrast of hues, shifted subtly with every passing cloud, offering a new perspective with each glance.

Barnaby's patchwork quilt was a glorious, chaotic spectacle. Its fabric, a dizzying arrangement of salvaged scraps, featured a truly variegated tapestry of paisleys, polka dots, and even a rogue sequined sock. He claimed it mirrored the variegated tapestry of his own questionable life choices.

Bartholomew adjusted his monocle, scrutinizing the truly bewildering assortment of taxidermied badgers. Each creature sported a coat of genuinely variegated fur, some with polka dots that clashed spectacularly with their inherent stripey-ness. One particularly audacious specimen even featured a patch of what appeared to be glitter-infused yarn, a testament to its creator's commitment to the delightfully bizarre.

Challenging: Rare, high-register vocabulary for serious word lovers.

The tapestry displayed a bewildering array of textures and hues, its intricate pattern a testament to the artisan's skill. Patches of deep crimson bled into cerulean, punctuated by threads of ochre, a truly variegated masterpiece that evoked a profound sense of wonder.

The ceramist’s hands moved with a practiced, almost reverent, cadence, coaxing a marvel from the raw clay. Each stroke infused the nascent sculpture with a truly variegated pattern, the earthen tones mingling with veins of ochre and a startling, almost electric, cerulean. It was a testament to the unpredictable beauty found in the confluence of deliberate action and elemental spirit.

The artisanal cheesemaker, her apron dusted with rind, presented her newest creation. Its exterior was beautifully variegated, a stunning mosaic of earthy browns and pale creams, each subtle variation promising a complex palate.

Barnaby’s toupee, a veritable cacophony of chestnut, auburn, and shocking cerulean, was decidedly variegated. He'd insisted it was "artisanal," a testament to his unique aesthetic, while his discerning dachshund, a creature of impeccable taste, regarded the flamboyant hairpiece with utter disdain.

Barnaby, a profoundly eccentric ornithologist, declared his prize peacock's plumage not merely iridescent, but truly variegated, a bewildering kaleidoscope of audacious hues that defied all logical pigmentation. He insisted its ostentatious display represented a "visual cacophony of avian splendor," each feather a tiny, flamboyant rebellion against monochromatic sameness.

Difficulty

Advanced — Less frequent words that stretch an upper-level vocabulary.

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