vary

Words with a similar base: vary

'vary'

[change.v.03] as in: become different in some particular way, without permanently losing one's or its former characteristics or essence

Examples:
her mood changes in accordance with the weather
The supermarket's selection of vegetables varies according to the season

'vary'

[deviate.v.02] as in: be at variance with; be out of line with

'vary'

[vary.v.03] as in: be subject to change in accordance with a variable

Examples:
Prices vary
His moods vary depending on the weather

'vary'

[vary.v.04] as in: make something more diverse and varied

Examples:
Vary the menu

Origins

					vary (English)
└── varien (Middle English (1100-1500))
    └── varier (Old French (842-ca. 1400))
        └── vario (Latin)
            └── varius (Latin)

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