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VARIABLE

(adj., noun, adj.sat)

Definitions

There are 7 meanings of the word Variable.

How to pronounce variable:

US

Variable - as an adjective

Liable to or capable of change

Example: "Rainfall in the tropics is notoriously variable"

Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
invariable15

Variable - as a noun

Something that is likely to vary; something that is subject to variation

Example: "The weather is one variable to be considered"

A star that varies noticeably in brightness

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
variable star

A symbol (like x or y) that is used in mathematical or logical expressions to represent a variable quantity

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
symbol13
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Variable - as an adjective satellite

Marked by diversity or difference

Example: "The varying angles of roof slope"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
varying14

(used of a device) designed so that a property (as e.g. light) can be varied

Example: "A variable capacitor"

Example Sentences

"The scientist analyzed the relationship between the dependent variable and the independent variable."
"The value of the variable increased steadily over time."
"The programmer declared a global variable to be used throughout the program."
"The variable in the equation can take on any numerical value."
"The weather forecast predicted variable temperatures for the upcoming week."
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Word Game Points

Is VARIABLE a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, variable is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

VARIABLE has a SCRABBLE points total of 13.

Is VARIABLE a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, variable is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
VARIABLE has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 16.

Is VARIABLE a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, variable is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
VARIABLE has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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