differently

adverb

dif·​fer·​ent·​ly ˈdi-f(ə-)rənt-lē How to pronounce differently (audio)
ˈdi-fərnt-
Synonyms of differentlynext
1
: in a different manner
2

Synonyms of differently

Examples of differently in a Sentence

we do things differently around here
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Elraglusib tackles pancreatic cancer differently. Eva Flowe april 21, Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026 But this one hits differently because the NBA is where he's supposed to at least know the basics. Dan Zaksheske Outkick, FOXNews.com, 21 Apr. 2026 The audience behaved differently at a Stones gig. Literary Hub, 21 Apr. 2026 Next season and beyond will be judged differently, with fewer allowances and far more expected from everyone involved. C.j. Holmes, New York Daily News, 20 Apr. 2026 See All Example Sentences for differently

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

Time Traveler
The first known use of differently was in the 14th century

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“Differently.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/differently. Accessed 28 Apr. 2026.

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