diverse
Translation
varied, different, assorted
Examples
The city has a diverse population.
The city has a diverse population.
My interests are quite diverse.
My interests are quite diverse.
Grammar Patterns
((a diverse + noun)) showing a great deal of variety The UK has a diverse culture.
Similar Words
Synonyms: varied, different, assorted; Antonyms: similar, uniform, homogeneous
Etymology
From Latin 'diversus', meaning 'turned in different ways'. It's formed from 'di-' (apart) + 'vertere' (to turn).
Memory Tips
Think of a 'diverse' group as one that has 'di'verged or turned into different paths.