mutant

adjective

mu·​tant ˈmyü-tᵊnt 

: of, relating to, or produced by mutation

mutant noun

Examples of mutant in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The Deadpool & Wolverine actress also reflected on her time working alongside Hugh Jackman on Logan as the mutant clone/biological daughter of Wolverine, Laura/X-23. — Mckinley Franklin, HollywoodReporter, 4 Nov. 2026

The character is known for the mutant power of cryokinesis — his ability to generate and control ice and cold. — Matt Grobar, Deadline, 2 Nov. 2026

As the schoolmaster/spiritual leader of Marvel’s mutant population, Stewart has played Professor X in eight features, most recently in Sam Raimi’s Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. — Jordan Hoffman, Vanity Fair, 29 Oct. 2026

He is perhaps equally regarded for his role as the mutant principal Professor Charles Francis Xavier. — Jason P. Frank, Vulture, 29 Oct. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Latin mutant-, mutans, present participle of mutare

First Known Use

1903, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for mutant

• disputant
• pollutant

Kids Definition

mutant

1 of 2 adjective

mu·​tant

ˈmyüt-ᵊnt

: of, relating to, or produced by mutation

mutant

2 of 2 noun

: a mutant individual

Medical Definition

mutant

1 of 2 adjective

mu·​tant ˈmyüt-ᵊnt 

: of, relating to, or produced by mutation

mutant

2 of 2 noun

: a mutant individual