Mutable: meaning, definitions and examples
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mutable
[ ˈmjuːtəbl ]
characteristics
Mutable refers to the capability of change or alteration. In programming, it often describes data structures that can be modified after creation, allowing for flexibility and adaptability. This characteristic is valuable in many contexts where data needs to be updated or transformed.
Synonyms
alterable, changeable, modifiable, variable.
Examples of usage
- The mutable nature of lists in Python allows for easy item modification.
- In contrast to immutable types, mutable objects can be changed in place.
- The mutable state of the variable can lead to unexpected behaviors.
- Mutable goods can be altered or tailored according to customer preferences.
Translations
Translations of the word "mutable" in other languages:
🇵🇹 mutável
🇮🇳 परिवर्तनीय
🇩🇪 veränderlich
🇮🇩 dapat diubah
🇺🇦 змінний
🇵🇱 zmienny
🇯🇵 可変の
🇫🇷 mutable
🇪🇸 mutable
🇹🇷 değişken
🇰🇷 변경 가능한
🇸🇦 قابل للتغيير
🇨🇿 proměnlivý
🇸🇰 meniteľný
🇨🇳 可变的
🇸🇮 spremenljiv
🇮🇸 breytanlegur
🇰🇿 өзгермелі
🇬🇪 მიუტაბელური
🇦🇿 dəyişkən
🇲🇽 mutable
Etymology
The word 'mutable' comes from the Latin word 'mutabilis', meaning 'changeable', which is derived from 'mutare', meaning 'to change'. It entered the English language in the late Middle Ages. Historically, 'mutable' has been used in various contexts, from literature to science, to describe things that can easily undergo change. Particularly in the realm of science, the term gained prominence in describing substances that can change states, such as from solid to liquid. The concept of mutability extends beyond mere physical properties; it also describes concepts and ideas that can adapt or evolve over time, reflecting the dynamic nature of life and knowledge. Thus, 'mutable' signifies a fundamental aspect of existence: the inevitability and necessity of change.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #26,721, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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- 26718 retributive
- 26719 debasement
- 26720 disbarment
- 26721 mutable
- 26722 nobleness
- 26723 livelier
- 26724 veiling
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