What is another word for heterogeneousness?
Pronunciation: [hɛtɹˈə͡ʊd͡ʒənˌi͡əsnəs] (IPA) 
Heterogeneousness refers to the state of being varied or diverse, typically in terms of composition. Synonyms for this word include diversity, variety, assortment, discrepancy, incongruity, and disparity. These words all convey the notion of a lack of homogeneity, but each has its own unique connotation. Diversity suggests a range of different things that are distinct from one another, while variety emphasizes the inclusion of many dissimilar elements. Assortment implies a collection of varied items that have been grouped together. Discrepancy and incongruity are often used to describe differences that are unexpected or hard to reconcile, and disparity suggests a marked difference in size, quality or value.
