MUTATION Synonyms: 83 Similar and Opposite Words

mutation

noun

Definition of mutation

as in modification

a significant and basic change The sculpture series underwent several mutations as the artist experimented with different materials and techniques.

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as in anomaly

something that is a result of a change in the genes of a plant or animal This coloration in the bird's plumage is a rare mutation.

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Recent Examples of mutation And there have been issues with adapting seasonal vaccines when expected strains surprise us with unexpected mutations. — New Atlas, 7 Aug. 2026 Under a 2026 update to screening guidance, men in higher risk groups, including those of Black ancestry, men with germline mutations and men with a strong family history, may be offered screening as early as ages 40 to 45. — Hanna Wickes, Sacbee.com, 7 Aug. 2026 According to research, HCAs and PAHs that form at high temperatures can cause DNA errors and mutations, potentially leading to cancer. — Martha Stewart, 7 Aug. 2026 Nine were the initial sequences output by the AI, and the remaining seven had acquired additional mutations after being inserted into bacteria. — ArsTechnica, 6 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for mutation

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Noun

The proposal could also allow some drivers to avoid further penalties by correcting their vehicle's modifications and bringing it into compliance.

— Terell Bailey, CBS News, 14 Aug. 2026
Ford also admitted there’s been rear wing modifications via the DRS system and an additional set of dive planes mounted on the front bumper.

— Joel Feder, The Drive, 13 Aug. 2026

Definition of modification

Noun

The platform manages client dashboards, drafts performance reports, monitors data quality, flags anomalies, supports internal operations, and synthesizes context from meetings so leaders are not forced to sit in every room to stay informed.

— Ethan M. Stone, USA Today, 18 Aug. 2026
The technology is well suited to many complex and repeatable workflows that define the function, from monitoring regulatory changes and reviewing invoices to identifying anomalies and forecast variances.

— Hugo Sarrazin, Forbes.com, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of anomaly

Noun

The team is also confirming any alterations that may have been made to the painting over the last 250 years.

— Anthony Solorzano, Los Angeles Times, 18 Aug. 2026
But California carries such power and influence that a bad result in Meta's home state could lead to much steeper penalties, including a broader overhaul that forces fundamental alterations to key algorithms.

— Jonathan Vanian, CNBC, 17 Aug. 2026

Definition of alteration

Noun

The physical device also needed to be custom fit because of natural variation in mouth shape and size, and the hardware needed to be thin and flexible, yet durable.

— Greg Uyeno, IEEE Spectrum, 13 Aug. 2026
Coming-of-age films with variations of these characters and dynamics come around pretty often; rather more unusual are those written and played with this degree of care and compassion.

— Guy Lodge, Variety, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of variation

Noun

Attorneys general from California, Colorado, Kentucky and New Jersey are seeking extensive financial damages plus changes to how the company operates Facebook and Instagram.

— ABC News, ABC News, 18 Aug. 2026
Finishing 12th last season was only going to pave the way for change, but losing Anthony Gordon, Sandro Tonali, captain Guimaraes and head coach Eddie Howe does not indicate change for the better.

— George Edwards, New York Times, 18 Aug. 2026

Definition of change

Noun

That Liverpool have made only three loan signings across the past 10 years also highlights the rarity of such moves.

— Gregg Evans, New York Times, 15 Aug. 2026
Though never explicitly stated, the film’s suggestion of a lesbian relationship between the two women was a rarity of the era.

— Greg Evans, Deadline, 14 Aug. 2026

Definition of rarity

Noun

Now, Samsung is considering making a second wide foldable variant of the Galaxy Z Fold 9.

— Janhoi McGregor, Forbes.com, 18 Aug. 2026
Both variants are available in handsome Pearl and Onyx finishes – but the Kickstarter exclusive Ember (a vibrant reddish orange) variant with 12GB RAM looks especially hot.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 18 Aug. 2026

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