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variously

adverb

Simple meaning

In diverse ways.

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ˈvɛɹiəsli

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adverb

  1. In diverse ways

    “The alternatives that are variously represented by the participants.”

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C2 · Proficient (estimated)
Frequency
Uncommon

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  • “The alternatives that are variously represented by the participants.”adverb

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