differently

adverb

dif·​fer·​ent·​ly ˈdi-f(ə-)rənt-lē 

ˈdi-fərnt-

1

: in a different manner

2

: otherwise

Synonyms of differently

• else

Examples of differently in a Sentence

we do things differently around here

Recent Examples on the Web

Biss and Elleson viewed immigration enforcement policy differently, too. — Russell Lissau, Chicago Tribune, 4 Nov. 2026

Gouzer, who founded Fair Warning after leaving Christie’s, thinks collectors may be getting ready to look at contemporary art a little differently. — Daniel Cassady For Artnews, Robb Report, 4 Nov. 2026

To do that accurately, many of these tools map the geometry of your face, a form of biometric data that is treated differently from an ordinary snapshot. — Lauren Schuster, Charlotte Observer, 4 Nov. 2026

The Gardana incorporates hemp fibers into its construction, per GQ’s May 2024 reporting, giving the shoe a texture and finish that reads differently from a basic rubber clog. — Ashley Lynch, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 4 Nov. 2026

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