Definition

Having many different types or forms; diverse in nature.

Example

The festival featured a multifarious array of performances, from music to dance to theater.

Conversation

I've been trying out new recipes lately, and the flavors are just multifarious.

That sounds amazing! I love trying different cuisines.

Yeah, it's fun to explore the multifarious dishes from around the world.

Definitely! It makes cooking feel like an adventure.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Multifarious → It is formed from "multi-" (meaning many) and "farious" (from Latin "fari", meaning to speak or to say). The word "multifarious" describes something that has many different parts or aspects, as if it speaks in many voices.

Memory Tip

Think of 'many' ('multi-') things that 'speak' or present themselves in different ways ('farious'). This helps you remember that 'multifarious' means having many different kinds.

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