variety

(noun) a collection containing a variety of sorts of things. Synonyms: assortment, mixture, mixed bag, miscellany, miscellanea, salmagundi, smorgasbord, potpourri, motley. Examples: "A great assortment of cars was on display." "He had a variety of disorders." "A veritable smorgasbord of religions."

(noun) noticeable heterogeneity. Synonyms: diverseness, diversity, multifariousness. Examples: "A diversity of possibilities." "The range and variety of his work is amazing."

(noun) (biology) a taxonomic category consisting of members of a species that differ from others of the same species in minor but heritable characteristics. Example: "Varieties are frequently recognized in botany."

(noun) a show consisting of a series of short unrelated performances. Synonyms: variety show.

(noun) a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality. Synonyms: kind, sort, form. Examples: "Sculpture is a form of art." "What kinds of desserts are there?."

(noun) a difference that is usually pleasant. Synonyms: change. Examples: "He goes to france for variety." "It is a refreshing change to meet a woman mechanic."