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variance Antonyms

Opposite of variance

Because the opposite of variance shifts with each meaning, the 9 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The state, fact, or quality of being different, divergent, or inconsistent; an instance of discrepancy between two things.

Usage Example

"The auditor noticed a significant agreement between the projected budget and the actual expenditures."

Strongest
agreement
consistency
uniformity
Strong
conformity
harmony
similarity
concord

• noun (Context 2)

An official permit or exemption granted by a municipal authority allowing a property owner to deviate from standard zoning or building regulations.

Usage Example

"The homeowners applied to the city council for a zoning prohibition so they could build a workshop closer to the property line."

Strong
prohibition
restriction

Similar words to variance

Words similar to variance shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

discrepancy
divergence
variation
inconsistency
difference
dispensation
exemption
disparity
See all synonyms of variance

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Variance. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/variance
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