Definition of difference
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a : the quality or state of being dissimilar or different the difference between right and wrong
b : an instance of being unlike or distinct in nature, form, or quality
noted the differences in color and texture
c archaic : a characteristic that distinguishes one from another or from the average
… an absolute gentleman, full of the most excellent differences …— William Shakespeare
d : the element or factor that separates or distinguishes contrasting situations
Timing is often the difference between success and failure.
2 : distinction or discrimination in preference
3a : disagreement in opinion : dissension
b : an instance or cause of disagreement
unable to settle their differences
4 mathematics : the degree or amount by which things differ in quantity or measure specifically : remainder sense 2b(1)
5 : a significant change in or effect on a situation
it makes no difference to me
difference
verbdifferenced; differencing
Definition of difference (Entry 2 of 2)
: differentiate, distinguish … every individual has something that differences it from another …— John Locke
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The first known use of difference was in the 14th century
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