differently

adverb

dif·​fer·​ent·​ly ˈdi-f(ə-)rənt-lē 

ˈdi-fərnt-

1

: in a different manner

2

: otherwise

Synonyms

• else

Examples of differently in a Sentence

we do things differently around here

Recent Examples on the Web

While the tally in the loss column doesn’t count any differently than the 34-6 and 41-7 losses the Cowboys took to this same Eagles team in 2024, there’s a moral victory to be had in having a shot to steal one on the road in Week 1 — even if the effort came up short. —Nick Harris, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 5 Sep. 2025

Cancer affects individuals differently, but is life-changing for everyone. —Meredith Kile, PEOPLE, 4 Sep. 2025

Since people react differently, some foods may cause symptoms in one person but not affect another. —Lindsey Desoto, Health, 4 Sep. 2025

Set in a vibrant kingdom, the series follows her on a heartfelt quest to help a young prince overcome depression while navigating the challenges of being differently-abled. —Jesse Whittock, Deadline, 4 Sep. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English differentliche, differently, from different different entry 1 + -liche, -ly -ly entry 2

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing differently

• differently abled

Rhymes for differently

• indifferently