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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

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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