Synonyms of variation

variation

noun

ˌver-ē-ˈā-shən 

1

as in interpretation

a distinct treatment of something (as a story or a play)

the movie begins with a somewhat irreverent variation on the Nativity story

Synonyms & Similar Words

• interpretation
• take
• version
• riff
• adaptation
• translation

2

as in alteration

the act, process, or result of making different

the latest in a long line of variations in her hair color

Synonyms & Similar Words

• alteration
• difference
• change
• modification
• revision
• shift
• amendment
• revise
• adjustment
• remodeling
• reworking
• fluctuation
• mutation
• redesign
• review
• transformation
• revamping
• remaking
• refashioning
• reform
• redoing
• deformation
• distortion
• oscillation
• correction
• substitution
• conversion
• metamorphosis
• rectification
• displacement
• replacement
• modulation
• regulation
• tweak
• transfiguration
• redo

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• stabilization
• fixation

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of variation

Only a few years later, in 1859, Charles Darwin published On the Origin of Species, advancing the radical idea that all life was in flux and that variation, adaptation, and transformation were the fundamental conditions of existence. — Andrew Zuckerman, Popular Science, 7 Nov. 2026

Penelope Cruz, Lily James and Amal Clooney have all gotten in on the metallic footwear trend on the red carpet, wearing variations of high-shine styles from mules to slingbacks like Law’s. — Amina Ayoud, Footwear News, 7 Nov. 2026

Brooklyn In the world of Manhattan variations, the Brooklyn is one of the best. — Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 7 Nov. 2026

With a big chunk of events set in the Scottish Highlands, his variations on this accent is noteworthy. — Christopher Smith, Oc Register, 6 Nov. 2026