Meaning of Mutant | Babel Free
ˈmjuːtəntDefinitions
- That which has mutated, with one or more new characteristics from a mutation.
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Someone or something that seems strange, abnormal, or bizarre. informal
- Synonym of mutex.
Equivalents
Examples
“Furthermore, it is possible that there occasionally arises what may be called a mutant of very desirable character from a eugenic point of view.”
“There does seem to have been some mutation among plants[…]but in animal life where are the mutants? When or where has a new species originated in this way?”
“"How did I ever get such ability?" he wondered. "No one else in our family has it. Am I some sort of a mutant? But if so, how or why? I never heard Dad or Mother mention it."”
“Your neighbor seems to be a mutant; he’s so cringy!”
“She could really get to like this relationship with Raven, if it weren't for the fact that he's a homicidal mutant.”
CEFR level
C1
Advanced
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
This word is part of the CEFR C1 vocabulary — advanced level.
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