DIFFERENCES Synonyms: 99 Similar and Opposite Words

differences 1 of 2

noun

plural of difference

as in disputes

variance of opinion on a matter we must try to settle our differences without fighting

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as in changes

the act, process, or result of making different it won't make any difference which one you choose

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differences

2 of 2

verb

present tense third-person singular of difference

as in differentiates

to understand or point out the difference in people who cannot difference God's will from their own selfish desires and prejudices

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Recent Examples of differences

Noun

By tracking subtle changes in starlight passing through WASP-121 b's atmosphere as the planet crossed in front of its star, researchers detected differences between atmospheric conditions at dawn and dusk, according to the study. —

Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 16 June 2026 There may be some differences between the audio and the text. —

Dana Taylor, USA Today, 16 June 2026 The 41-year-old country star listed the date of separation as May 9 and cited irreconcilable differences. —

Christina Dugan Ramirez, FOXNews.com, 16 June 2026 At DePaul, the Bridgebuilding Fellowship, launched in 2025, aims to help students foster dialogue and connection across ideologies and differences. —

Kate Perez, Chicago Tribune, 16 June 2026 Through these gatherings, Charlotte continues to show its commitment to building a community where differences are embraced, individuality is celebrated and inclusion remains at the center of bringing people together. —

Amari Riley june 16, Charlotte Observer, 16 June 2026 The big differences sit in price, surrounding services and how the menu is sold. —

Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 16 June 2026 The thresholds may be similar to what some bronze plans offer, but there are differences. —

Julie Appleby, Miami Herald, 16 June 2026 Rounding numbers can also show up as differences of about 1%. —

Lina Ruiz, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 16 June 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for differences

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After initially dividing last month on whether to continue contracts that include two senior services providers that had engaged in disputes with the county, the OC Board of Supervisors agreed this week to extend the funding.

— Claire Wang, Oc Register, 11 June 2026
Cleveland’s second term was dominated by an economic crisis, due to the Panic of 1893, along with labor disputes.

— New York Times, New York Times, 11 June 2026