Vocabulary Entry

polymorphism

|noun • adjective

noun

The ability of a single entity to take on multiple forms or types.

Example Sentences

"In programming, polymorphism allows methods to perform differently based on their input."

"The concept of polymorphism in biology refers to the existence of different forms among members of a species."

"Polymorphism in linguistics describes how a single word can have different meanings."

adjective

Example Sentences

"The polymorphic nature of the virus makes it challenging to treat."

"She admired the polymorphic art that changed appearance depending on the viewer's angle."

"In programming, polymorphic functions can adapt to different types of data."