diverse

Of different sorts

Diverse means varied or composed of different kinds.

A diverse group includes people of different backgrounds, perspectives, or identities.

A diverse portfolio spreads investments across different assets.

The word often appears in discussions of representation: The company is working to build a more diverse workforce.

Diverse sometimes serves as a euphemism for including racial minorities or other underrepresented groups.

varied

assorted

Of various sorts

multifarious · heterogeneous · variegated · mixed · motley · patchwork · disparate · divergent · dissimilar · distinct

inclusive

multicultural

Including multiple ethnic traditions

equitable · accessible · welcoming · intersectional · belonging · acceptance · integration · coexistence · solidarity · representation

eclectic

cosmopolitan

Culturally sophisticated, internationally fluent

mosaic · worldly · cross-cultural · hybrid · blended · curated · unconventional · idiosyncratic · avant-garde · nonconformist

complex

multifaceted

Having many dimensions

intricate · textured · composite · interwoven · sophisticated · multilayered · rich · deep · elaborate · compound

broad

wide-ranging

Covering many subjects

sweeping · expansive · all-encompassing · universal · panoramic · broad-based · general · global · overarching · wide-spectrum

Categories
Opposites
variety/heterogeneity

diversehomogeneous

Alike in composition throughout

uniform · homogenous · monolithic · identical · same

similarity/difference

diversealike

Sharing key features

identical · same · similar · like · indistinguishable

Phrases
Family

diversity, diver, diversion, divert, divers, diversify, diversified, diversification, diversely

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Abstract · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G