variegated 1 of 2

adjective

ˈver-ē-ə-ˌgā-təd How to pronounce variegated (audio)
Definition of variegatednext
1
as in colored
marked by a variety of usually vivid colors the variegated costumes of the dancers in the nightclub

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2
as in dotted
marked with spots a variety of variegated tulip that is highly prized by gardeners

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variegated

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verb

past tense of variegate
as in mottled

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Recent Examples of variegated
Adjective
For variegated types, that’s actually the preferred way, since rooted cuttings often send up new shoots that are just plain green. — The New York Times News Service Syndicate, San Diego Union-Tribune, 25 Oct. 2025 There’s also a variegated variety. — Jenna Sims, Southern Living, 20 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for variegated
Recent Examples of Synonyms for variegated
  1. colored
  2. dotted
  3. mottled
  4. colorful
  5. speckled
  6. striped
  7. varied
  8. flecked
Adjective
  • Saperavi is the starting point for reds — the name means dye in Georgian, a reference to its extraordinary pigmentation, one of only a handful of grapes in the world with naturally colored flesh and juice.
    — Michelle Williams, Forbes.com, 30 June 2026
  • People are encouraged to drink plenty of water, wear lightweight, light-colored clothing, and avoid outdoor activities during the warmest parts fo the day.
    — Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 30 June 2026
Definition of colored
Adjective
  • So if the Heat money is there – with or without Giannis Antetokounmpo – Norm signs on the dotted line.
    — Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 20 June 2026
  • Mercury’s clash with Neptune begs you to hold off on signing on the dotted line.
    — USA TODAY, USA Today, 3 June 2026
Definition of dotted
Verb
  • The mosquito, mottled in neon pink and purple, can be seen on a nearby computer screen.
    — Ari Daniel, NPR, 11 June 2026
  • The sides may be mottled with brown blotches.
    — Ken Perrotte, Outdoor Life, 4 June 2026
Definition of mottled
Adjective
  • The coast is dotted with colorful fishing villages, while the region’s interior is made up of rolling green hills and gently sloped vineyards.
    — Tia Lovisa Moreira, Travel + Leisure, 2 July 2026
  • Fast-food chain Sonic, for instance, has a timely deal and colorful commemorative cups.
    — Mike Snider, USA Today, 2 July 2026
Definition of colorful
Adjective
  • Some speckled quartz counters mix in gold or silver sparkles for an effect that catches the light.
    — Lee Wallender, The Spruce, 30 June 2026
  • The soles of the sneakers draw from Jordan’s original Infrared Air Jordan 6, but add a touch of speckled detailing to switch things up.
    — Riley Jones, Footwear News, 18 June 2026
Definition of speckled
Verb
  • The mother of two wore a green and white striped Cefinn Studio belted mididress and pointed Mary Jane flats from Rothy’s for her day out.
    — Rachel Burchfield, InStyle, 28 June 2026
  • Shop 12 of our favorite quilts for every style and budget, including floral, striped, solid, and more designs.
    — Caley Sturgill, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 June 2026
Definition of striped
Adjective
  • In discussing her varied interests and style sense, Pilar Queen said her mother developed her own sense of style and wasn’t influenced by her own mother.
    — Lisa Lockwood, Footwear News, 6 July 2026
  • Wash fruits and vegetables under running water and eat a varied diet instead of relying heavily on the same foods every day.
    — Brad Reisfeld, The Conversation, 6 July 2026
Definition of varied
Verb
  • Around us were rolling hills flecked with houses, dappled by the sun shining through the clouds.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 17 June 2026
  • Open the door to streets lined with trees and flecked with benches, where the bell of the light rail dings its warning as cyclists zip by on narrow roads.
    — Luis Melecio-Zambrano, Mercury News, 10 June 2026
Definition of flecked

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