🔢permutation

noun
/ˌpɜːrmjuˈteɪʃən/

Meaning

An arrangement or reordering of elements, often in mathematics or logic.

Example Sentences

The puzzle can be solved by trying all possible permutations of the tiles.

Synonyms

arrangement, combination, configuration, ordering, sequence

Antonyms

fixation, stability, constancy

Collocations

possible permutation, mathematical permutation, permutation group, order of permutation

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