Varient vs. Variant: What's the Difference?
Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Published on November 9, 2023
"Varient" is an incorrect spelling. "Variant" is the correct term, denoting a form or version that differs in some way from others.
Which is correct: Varient or Variant
How to spell Variant?
Varient is Incorrect
Variant is Correct
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Key Differences
Recall the word "variation" which has the same base as "Variant."
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Remember that "Variant" has an "a" before the "nt."
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Think of the term "ant," which ends in "ant" just like "Variant."
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Associate "Variant" with "variety," both sharing "vari-."
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Use mnemonic: VARIous ANTs are VARIANTs.
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Varient and Variant Definitions
Variant
Variant is an alternative spelling or pronunciation.
The British variant of the word is spelled differently.
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Variant
Variant in linguistics, is a form of a word used in a particular context.
Regional dialects have several word variants.
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Variant
Variant can refer to a mutation of a gene.
Scientists discovered a new variant of the virus.
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Variant
Variant means something that differs from a standard or type.
The artist produced a variant of his earlier work.
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Variant
Variant is a form or version of something that differs in certain respects.
This is a rarer variant of the painting.
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Variant
Differing from others of the same kind or from a standard
A variant form of the disease.
A book in variant editions.
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Variant
Having or exhibiting variation; varying
A procedure producing variant results.
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Variant
Something that differs from others of the same kind or from a standard, as a different spelling or pronunciation of a word.
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Variant
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”.
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Variant
(computing) A variable that can hold any of various unrelated data types.
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Variant
One of a set of words or other linguistic forms that conveys the same meaning or serves the same function.
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Variant
Varying in form, character, or the like; variable; different; diverse.
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Variant
Changeable; changing; fickle.
He is so variant, he abit [abides] nowhere.
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Variant
Something which differs in form from another thing, though really the same; as, a variant from a type in natural history; a variant of a story or a word.
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Variant
(biology) a group of organisms within a species that differ in trivial ways from similar groups;
A new strain of microorganisms
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Variant
Something a little different from others of the same type;
An experimental version of the night fighter
An emery wheel is a modern variant of the grindstone
The boy is a younger edition of his father
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FAQs
What is the verb form of Variant?
"Variant" is primarily a noun/adjective. "Vary" is the related verb.
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Why is it called Variant?
It's called "Variant" because it represents a variation or different form/version of something.
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Which preposition is used with Variant?
It varies by context. "Of" can be used, as in "variant of a disease."
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Which conjunction is used with Variant?
No specific conjunction is exclusively used with "Variant." It depends on the context.
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Which article is used with Variant?
Both "a" and "the" can be used with "Variant" depending on context.
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Is Variant an abstract noun?
No, it refers to tangible or perceivable forms or versions.
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Is Variant a negative or positive word?
"Variant" is neutral, though context may influence its connotation.
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What is the second form of Variant?
The related verb "vary" has its past form as "varied."
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What is the third form of Variant?
The related verb "vary" has its past participle form as "varied."
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Is the Variant term a metaphor?
Not inherently, but "Variant" can be used metaphorically.
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What is a stressed syllable in Variant?
The first syllable, "Va", is stressed.
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Is Variant a vowel or consonant?
"Variant" is a word that contains both vowels and consonants.
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What is the opposite of Variant?
The opposite of "Variant" might be "standard" or "norm."
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How is Variant used in a sentence?
There are several variants of the product available in the market.
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Is Variant a noun or adjective?
"Variant" can be both a noun and an adjective.
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What is the first form of Variant?
"Variant" is primarily a noun/adjective, so it doesn't have verb forms. The related verb "vary" has its base form as "vary."
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What is another term for Variant?
Another term for "Variant" is "version" or "variation."
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Which determiner is used with Variant?
Determiners like "the," "a," or "this" can be used with "Variant."
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Sawaira RiazSawaira is a dedicated content editor at difference.wiki, where she meticulously refines articles to ensure clarity and accuracy. With a keen eye for detail, she upholds the site's commitment to delivering insightful and precise content.
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