Mutant

/ˈmjuː.tənt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

An organism that has undergone mutation, resulting in a change in its genetic structure.

The scientist discovered a mutant strain of bacteria that was resistant to antibiotics.

A being or creature with altered or abnormal physical characteristics due to mutation.

In the comic book series, the hero is a mutant with extraordinary powers.

A person or animal that has an unusual genetic trait or appearance.

The laboratory was filled with various mutants, each showcasing unique abilities.

adjective

Pertaining to or characteristic of a mutant; having undergone mutation.

The mutant cells displayed rapid growth compared to normal cells.

Affected by mutation; exhibiting changes in genetic traits.

The research focused on the mutant gene that causes the disease.

From Latin 'mutare' meaning 'to change'.

genetic mutant

An organism with altered DNA that exhibits different traits.

mutant powers

Extraordinary abilities manifested by mutated beings, often found in fiction.

mutant strain

A variant strain of a virus or organism that has mutated.

mutation

The process by which an organism's DNA is changed.

genetic

Relating to genes or heredity.

chromosome

Structure within cells that contains DNA.

An odd or unusual person

He's such a mutant, always doing things differently.

Referring to someone who stands out in a crowd, often in an extraordinary or weird way

She's a total mutant with her unique style.