Pronunciation: /ˈvɛəriənt/
noun a form or version of something that differs in some respect from other forms or versions
A1 I prefer the strawberry variant of ice cream.
A2 The store sells different variants of the same product.
B1 The new variant of the software includes several updates and improvements.
B2 There are various variants of the virus that have been identified.
C1 The artist created a variant of the painting by using a different color palette.
C2 Scientists are studying a rare genetic variant that affects a small percentage of the population.
adjective differing in some respect from the standard or usual
A1 I prefer the variant color of that dress.
A2 There are different variants of the new smartphone model.
B1 The recipe called for a variant ingredient that I couldn't find.
B2 The artist created a variant version of the famous painting.
C1 The scientist discovered a variant strain of the virus.
C2 The company released a variant model of their popular product line.
formal The new variant of the virus has raised concerns among public health officials.
informal Have you heard about the new variant going around?
slang That variant is no joke, we need to be careful.
figurative The variant in her personality made her stand out from the rest.
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