Modulation and Variation

Modulation

Modulation noun - The act of modifying or adjusting according to due measure and proportion (as with regard to artistic effect).
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Variation and modulation are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Variation" instead a noun "Modulation".

Variation

Variation noun - The act, process, or result of making different.
Usage example: the latest in a long line of variations in her hair color

Modulation and variation are semantically related. You can use "Modulation" instead a noun "Variation".

Nearby Words: variety, variable, varied, variance, variant
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