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adjective

Definition of variantnext
as in various
able to be distinguished in some way from others of the same kind variant strains of a disease variant points of view

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noun

as in variation

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Recent Examples of variant
Noun
Although the Super Snake debuted as a four-door model in 2017, the two-door Sport variant entered the scene in 2020 and remained in production for three years, according to Car & Driver. — Bryan Hood, Robb Report, 31 July 2026 The newer Kobe variant diverges by employing Knicks blue and orange through a splatter pattern on its eyestay panel and heel counter, as well as underneath a translucent blue outsole. — Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 29 July 2026 This time, however, a new, more hardcore variant of the V12 sports coupe surfaced in Maranello. — Jerry Perez, The Drive, 29 July 2026 Archer plans to announce the first customers for the commercial variant later this week, the company said in a release. — Los Angeles Times, 21 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for variant
Recent Examples of Synonyms for variant
  1. various
  2. variation
  3. several
  4. mutation
  5. different
  6. deviation
  7. other
  8. mutant
Adjective
  • Eco effort The property has invested in a resort-wide recycling program, providing recycling bins at various touch points and committing to all cups, service ware, and to-go containers being made from recycled materials.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Aug. 2026
  • Deals like this appear because people buy on impulse, then quickly lose interest for various reasons.
    — Damian Peach, Space.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of various
Noun
  • The variations of embellished mini dresses, column gowns and pant suits on the runways this season served as proof.
    — CNN Money, CNN Money, 30 July 2026
  • Villa usually deploy a variation of a 4-2-3-1 shape, with two No 10s and a right winger.
    — Anantaajith Raghuraman, New York Times, 30 July 2026
Definition of variation
Adjective
  • Accessible rooms are available in several different room types, and laid out on in detail the hotel website.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Aug. 2026
  • Voters flocked to the polls Tuesday to choose candidates in races for governor, senator and several competitive House races across Michigan.
    — Diana Paulsen, ABC News, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of several
Noun
  • The paper described research on the feasibility of using gene-editing to correct the mutation the caused their daughter’s disorder but did not mention a human trial nor their daughter’s death.
    — Simone McCarthy, CNN Money, 31 July 2026
  • The study argues that mutations in the DLL3 protein, which is vital during early body development, could be the root of short spine syndrome.
    — Greta Cross, USA Today, 31 July 2026
Definition of mutation
Adjective
  • After airing a 19th season that limped its way to the finish line, Bravo probably should have tried something a little different for the next one.
    — Louis Peitzman, Vulture, 31 July 2026
  • In the comics, Battleworld stitched together all the different worlds and plopped every hero and their variant into one new universe.
    — Jordan Moreau, Variety, 31 July 2026
Definition of different
Noun
  • This stretch of ribosomal RNA (rRNA) is identical across every other animal that’s been studied, so the deviation jumped out at Han.
    — Cody Cottier, Scientific American, 29 July 2026
  • American manhood is a fragile and precarious thing, shattered by the slightest deviation from ever-shifting norms—eating the wrong taco, tasting tofu, not eating meat, or maybe eating too much meat.
    — Adam Serwer, The Atlantic, 28 July 2026
Definition of deviation
Adjective
  • The service Casually buttoned-up and (like many other things at this property) classic New York, with concierge and servers always ready to lend a hand—but without fussing over anything.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 5 Aug. 2026
  • While plenty of chic boots are obviously on her radar, her seasonal collection includes a range of other styles, too, like sneakers, loafers, and flats.
    — Isabel Bekele, InStyle, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of other
Noun
  • The famous mutant school is located in Westchester, and the fall foliage suggests school may be in session soon.
    — Jordan Moreau, Variety, 31 July 2026
  • Stranger Things’ Sadie Sink follows in the footsteps of Famke Janssen and Sophie Turner as the redheaded telepath who is arguably the most powerful mutant in the Marvel comics.
    — Eliana Dockterman, Time, 31 July 2026
Definition of mutant

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