Synonyms of differ

differ

verb

ˈdi-fər 

1

as in to contrast

to be unlike; to not be the same

my brother and I differ markedly in the way we handle money

Synonyms & Similar Words

• contrast
• vary
• divide
• fluctuate
• deviate
• diverge
• separate

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• compare
• match
• agree
• correspond
• conform
• accord

2

as in to disagree

to have a different opinion

after much arguing, we simply have agreed to differ about the issue

Synonyms & Similar Words

• disagree
• object
• dissent
• take issue
• argue
• nonconcur
• conflict
• resist
• contrast
• clash
• debate
• protest
• oppose
• collide
• counter
• dispute
• contest
• fall out
• quarrel
• bicker

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• agree
• concur
• accept
• defer
• comply
• assent
• acquiesce
• consent
• subscribe
• accede
• cooperate
• compromise
• get along
• collaborate
• associate
• affiliate
• side
• come round
• collude
• ally

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of differ

Prospect tiers differ between farm systems, obviously, and Phillies’ prospects ranked in the double-digits arguably are not as highly regarded as other organizations’ prospects ranked in the teens or twenties. — Charlotte Varnes, New York Times, 4 Aug. 2026

Discovery channels also differ, with Chinese consumers prioritizing authenticity in resale and functional AI use. — Pamela N. Danziger, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026

The figures differ from the CDC's because they have not yet been officially confirmed or reported back to the federal agency for inclusion in its count. — Mary Walrath-Holdridge, USA Today, 4 Aug. 2026

More than simply creating programs, professors must try to prepare students for widely differing goals for using AI in their careers. — ABC News, 3 Aug. 2026