variation

The word “variation” has 4 syllables: va-ri-a-tion

It's pronounced as /ˌvɛəriˈeɪʃən/

What is synonym and antonym for variation?

In the thesaurus, “variation” has 70 synonyms and 17 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for variation along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for variation

aberration
abnormality
adaptation
adjustment
alteration
amendment
bend
break
change
contradistinction
contrast
conversion
correction
curve
deflection
deformation
departure
departure from the norm
deviation
difference
digression
discrepancy
disparity
displacement
dissimilarity
dissimilitude
distinction
distortion
divergence
diversification
diversity
exception
fluctuation
inequality
innovation
interpretation
metamorphosis
modification
modulation
mutation
novelty
oscillation
rectification
redesign
redo
redoing
refashioning
reform
regulation
remaking
remodeling
replacement
revamping
review
revise
revision
reworking
riff
shift
substitution
swerve
take
transfiguration
transformation
translation
turn
tweak
unconformity
variety
version

Antonyms for variation

agreement
conformity
continuation
equality
fixation
harmony
likeness
line
normality
regularity
root
sameness
similarity
source
stabilization
stagnation
uniformity

Meanings of variation

noun
1. The act of varying; a partial change in the form, position, state, or qualities of a thing.
2. A related but distinct thing.
3. The angular difference at the vessel between the direction of true north and magnetic north.
4. A line of play that differs from the original.
5. A technique where material is repeated with alterations to the melody, harmony, rhythm, timbre, texture, counterpoint or orchestration; but with some invariant characteristic, e.g. a ground bass.
6. The modification of a hereditary trait.
7. Deviation from the mean orbit of a heavenly body.

Example Sentences

Variation in climate patterns can greatly affect agricultural productivity in certain regions.
The dancer added her own variation to the traditional routine, captivating the audience with her unique movements.
Geneticists study the variation in DNA sequences to understand the inheritance of traits.
The market offers a wide variation of products to cater to diverse consumer preferences.
Artists often seek to express individuality through variation in their artistic styles and techniques.

On this page you'll find 87 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to variation, such as: aberration, abnormality, adaptation, adjustment, agreement, alteration, amendment.

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