variant
/ˈveəriənt/ · /ˈveriənt/
CEFR level C1Topic ScienceWord #5508 in the learning path
变体；变种
Definitions
n. A form that differs slightly from other related forms.
变体；变种
adj. Differing in some way from the usual or related form.
变异的；不同的
Example
This local variant of the soup includes fresh beans.
这种汤的本地做法加入了新鲜豆子。
A genetic variant may affect how individuals respond to certain medicines, making personalised treatment increasingly important.
某种基因变异可能影响个体对特定药物的反应，因此个性化治疗日益重要。
Collocations
- a variant of
- genetic variant
- regional variant
- variant spelling
Word family
- vary (v.)
- variation (n.)
- variable (adj.)
- variety (n.)
Synonyms
- version
- variation
Usage tip
名词常用a variant of；形容词可修饰spelling等。
FAQ
- What does variant mean?
- A form that differs slightly from other related forms. Differing in some way from the usual or related form.
- How is variant pronounced?
- UK /ˈveəriənt/, US /ˈveriənt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
