mutation
nounDivide mutation into syllables:
mu · ta · tion
How to pronounce mutation:
Definition of mutation:
- mutation (noun):
- a significant and basic alteration change
- a physical characteristic in an organism resulting from this type of chromosomal change
- (genetics) any event that changes genetic structure; any alteration in the inherited nucleic acid sequence of the genotype of an organism.
Synonyms for mutation:
alterationamendmentredesignrevisesportmodificationmetamorphosisdifferencetransitionshiftShow 15 more
Antonyms for mutation:
uniformitydecreasefixationagreementfailurewithdrawalsimilaritypreservationinactionstabilityOther 3-syllable words like mutation
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