Variant vs. Variety
Difference Between Variant and Variety
Variantadjective
Differing from others of the same kind or from a standard
a variant form of the disease.a book in variant editions.Varietynoun
The quality or condition of being various or varied; diversity
We need to add some variety to the program.Variantadjective
Having or exhibiting variation; varying
a procedure producing variant results.Varietynoun
A number or collection of varied things, especially of a particular group; an assortment
brought home a variety of snacks.Variantnoun
Something that differs from others of the same kind or from a standard, as a different spelling or pronunciation of a word.
Varietynoun
Something that is distinguished from others of the same kind by a specific characteristic or set of characteristics
varieties of minerals.varieties of socialism.Variantadjective
Showing variety, diverse.
Varietynoun
A form of a language that is used by a specific social group and differs from forms used by other social groups
regional varieties of English.Variantadjective
Showing deviation or disagreement.
Varietynoun
(Biology) A taxonomic subdivision of a species or subspecies consisting of a group of naturally occurring or selectively bred individuals that differ from other individuals of the species in certain minor characteristics.
Variantadjective
(obsolete) Variable.
Varietynoun
A variety show.
Variantnoun
Something that is slightly different from a type or norm.
All breeds of dog are variants of the species “Canis lupus familiaris”.The word "kerosine" is a variant of “kerosene”.Varietynoun
The quality of being varied; diversity.
Variety is the spice of life.Variantnoun
(genetics) A different sequence of a gene (locus).
Varietynoun
A specific variation of something.
Variantnoun
(computing) A variable that can hold any of various unrelated data types.
Varietynoun
A number of different things.
Variantnoun
One of a set of words or other linguistic forms that conveys the same meaning or serves the same function.
Varietynoun
A state of constant change.
Variantnoun
an event that departs from expectations
Varietynoun
(taxonomy) A rank in a taxonomic classification, below species and subspecies.
Variantnoun
(biology) a group of organisms within a species that differ in trivial ways from similar groups;
a new strain of microorganismsVarietynoun
(cybernetics) The total number of distinct states of a system.
Variantnoun
a variable quantity that is random
Varietynoun
(cybernetics) Logarithm of the base 2 of the total number of distinct states of a system.
Variantnoun
something a little different from others of the same type;
an experimental version of the night fighteran emery wheel is a modern variant of the grindstonethe boy is a younger edition of his fatherVarietynoun
(linguistics) A term used for a specific form of a language, neutral to whether that form is a dialect, accent, register, etc. and to its prestige level.
Variantadjective
differing from a norm or standard;
a variant spellingVarietynoun
The class of all algebraic structures of a given signature satisfying a given set of identities.
Varietynoun
The kind of theatrical entertainment given in variety shows.
Varietynoun
The production of, or performance in, variety shows.
Varietynoun
a collection containing a variety of sorts of things;
a great assortment of cars was on displayhe had a variety of disordersa veritable smorgasbord of religionsVarietynoun
noticeable heterogeneity;
a diversity of possibilitiesthe range and variety of his work is amazingVarietynoun
(biology) a taxonomic category consisting of members of a species that differe from others of the same species in minor but heritable characteristics;
varieties are frequently recognized in botanyVarietynoun
a show consisting of a series of short unrelated performances
Varietynoun
a category of things distinguished by some common characteristic or quality;
sculpture is a form of artwhat kinds of desserts are there?Varietynoun
a difference that is usually pleasant;
he goes to France for varietyit is a refreshing change to meet a woman mechanic
