Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Mutation.
Mutation - as a noun
(biology) an organism that has characteristics resulting from chromosomal alteration
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
mutantsportvariationHypernyms (Closely Related)
beingorganismHyponyms (Broadly Related)
(genetics) any event that changes genetic structure; any alteration in the inherited nucleic acid sequence of the genotype of an organism
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
chromosomal mutationgenetic mutationHypernyms (Closely Related)
alterationchangemodificationHyponyms (Broadly Related)
A change or alteration in form or qualities
Example Sentences
"Many scientists believe that a mutation in the gene caused the development of the disease."
"A random mutation in the DNA sequence can lead to significant changes in an organism."
"The mutation resulted in the butterfly having a completely new color pattern."
"Genetic mutations can be inherited from parents or occur spontaneously."
"The beneficial mutation provided the organism with an advantage in its environment."
Word Game Points
Is MUTATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, mutation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
MUTATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.
Is MUTATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, mutation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordMUTATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.
Is MUTATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, mutation is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordMUTATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.
