English · Science & Technology
variable
/ˈveə.ri.ə.bəl/
[/ˈveə.ri.ə.bəl/]
a factor that can change
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A variable is something in an experiment that can change or be changed. Scientists control variables to get fair results.
Example
Keep all other variables the same during the test.
Keep all other variables the same during the test.
Etymology
From Latin 'variabilis', from 'variare' meaning to change.
How & Where It’s Used
A core term in scientific experiments and fair testing.