1. a change or difference in condition, amount, or level
2. a different or distinct form or version of something
3. a musical composition based on a repeated theme with modifications
Usage: music

Examples

• There was significant variation in test scores across different schools.
• The weather showed little variation throughout the week.
• This recipe is a variation of the traditional dish.
• Scientists observed genetic variations within the population.
• The composer wrote twelve variations on the original theme.
• Price variations depend on seasonal demand.
• Each variation of the design had unique features.