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

Standard and Deluxe editions are priced differently for PC and consoles, with Deluxe offering cosmetic upgrades. — Brian Mazique, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026

The person who offers the invitation is expected to pay for the meal unless there is a prior arrangement to handle it differently. — Jeanne Phillips, Mercury News, 15 Aug. 2026

Because we’re all wired differently, Magsamen recommends following your instincts. — Laura Bradley, HEALTH, 14 Aug. 2026

Roger Fahnestock, Kane County’s executive director of Information Technologies and Buildings Management, said that an expansion of the courthouse building had been considered there, but it is positioned differently in a more recent plan. — Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 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