Variable Definition
variable
adjective
- liable to or capable of change; "rainfall in the tropics is notoriously variable"; "variable winds"; "variable expenses"
- marked by diversity or difference; "the varying angles of roof slope"; "nature is infinitely variable"
- (used of a device) designed so that a property (as e.g. light) can be varied; "a variable capacitor"; "variable filters in front of the mercury xenon lights"
noun
- something that is likely to vary; something that is subject to variation; "the weather is one variable to be considered"
- a quantity that can assume any of a set of values
- a star that varies noticeably in brightness
- a symbol (like x or y) that is used in mathematical or logical expressions to represent a variable quantity
"Variable" in song lyrics
See how variable is used in real songs:
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"You still haven't found a comparable variable"
Hieroglyphics (featured: Del the Funky Homosapien) — At the Helm -
"the horizontal axis should show the fitted balues for the dependent variable"
AOL — AOL -
"the horizontal axis should show the fitted values for the dependent variable"
AOL — AOL
Words that rhyme with variable
Usage tips for "variable"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "variable" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for variable to find words that pair well.