variation synonyms

variation

n.

  1. Change

    modification, alteration, mutation, diversification, deviation, shift, fluctuation, deflection, aberration, departure, variety, adaptation, curve, bend, turn, divergence, veer, digression, swerve, displacement, warping; see also change 1.

    Antonyms stability*, fixity*, unchangeableness.

  2. Disparity

    inequality, difference, dissimilarity, dissimilitude, distinction, disproportion, exception, contrast, contradistinction, unconformity, irregularity, aberration, abnormality, disparity.

    Antonyms similarity*, conformity*, likeness.

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