Alleles are alternate forms of a gene that can produce different versions of a trait in an organism. There are various terms used to refer to alleles, such as allelic variant, gene variation, genetic variant, and genetic anomaly. These terms are synonymous with alleles and are often used in genetic studies to determine the variation or diversity of genes in a population. Other synonyms for alleles include genetic mutation, genotype, variant allele, genetic polymorphism, synonymous polymorphism, and non-synonymous polymorphism. All these terms refer to different aspects of genetic diversity and can be used interchangeably with alleles. Understanding the different synonyms for alleles can help in determining the genetic makeup of a particular organism or population.