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

Curtis currently serves in differing leadership roles in high-profile cases. — Matt Emma, USA Today, 9 Sep. 2026

The researchers also need to determine whether mental health risks differ between specific weight-loss drugs. — Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 9 Sep. 2026

For example, funding could differ depending on whether a student received help in a general education classroom or spent part or most of the day in a separate special education classroom. — Tiffani Jackson, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 Sep. 2026

In the primary, the candidates laid out differing visions on how to regulate AI. — Ben Paviour, Sacbee.com, 8 Sep. 2026