Synonyms of mutation

mutation

noun

1

as in modification

a significant and basic change

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

Related Words

• modification
• alteration
• variation
• change
• transformation
• deformation
• metamorphosis
• shift
• distortion
• amendment
• transmutation
• conversion
• reformation
• adjustment
• transition
• revision
• reform
• difference
• redesign
• transmogrification
• fluctuation
• reconstruction
• revise
• remodeling
• transfiguration
• reconversion
• reworking
• substitution
• correction
• oscillation
• rectification
• displacement
• replacement
• modulation
• review
• flux
• revamping
• refashioning
• remaking
• redo
• redoing
• regulation
• inconstancy
• tweak
• wavering
• vacillation

Dissimilar Words

• stabilization
• fixation

2

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.

Related Words

• anomaly
• variation
• rarity
• variant
• exception
• mutant
• deviation
• malformation
• abnormality
• aberration
• irregularity
• error
• abomination
• miscreation
• mistake
• monster
• inconsistency
• oddity
• disparity
• freak
• difference
• monstrosity
• anathema
• singularity
• prodigy
• wonder
• marvel
• inconsistence
• exotic
• peculiarity
• rare bird
• rara avis
• curiosity
• curio
• objet d'art
• oddment

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of mutation

Resident Evil 2 fans will most certainly notice a resemblance to William Birkin, the Umbrella scientist whose G-Virus mutations progressively transform him into one of the franchise’s most terrifying bosses. — Randall Colburn, Entertainment Weekly, 19 Sep. 2026

Someone living in Southern Appalachia today doesn’t necessarily carry the mutation, and someone who carries it may live anywhere, says LoPiccolo. — Tom Gavin, EverydayHealth.com, 18 Sep. 2026

Arca — a nonbinary trans woman who makes uncategorizable music and embodies unquestionable glamour — anchors her divahood in a mutation of body, soul and sound. — Los Angeles Times, 15 Sep. 2026

Genetics and random mutations can play a role, as can tobacco and alcohol use, diet, inactivity and sun exposure. — Nick El Hajj, Des Moines Register, 15 Sep. 2026