Synonyms for Checkered (same or very similar meaning)
WordNet sense 1 (patterned with alternating squares of color):
checked, chequered
WordNet sense 2 (having patterns (especially colorful patterns)):
patterned
WordNet sense 3 (such that alteration is possible; having a marked tendency to change):
changeable, changeful
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