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How is the word different different from other adjectives like it?

Some common synonyms of different are disparate, divergent, diverse, and various. While all these words mean "unlike in kind or character," different may imply little more than separateness but it may also imply contrast or contrariness.

different foods

When could disparate be used to replace different?

The words disparate and different are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, disparate emphasizes incongruity or incompatibility.

disparate notions of freedom

When can divergent be used instead of different?

Although the words divergent and different have much in common, divergent implies movement away from each other and unlikelihood of ultimate meeting or reconciliation.

went on to pursue divergent careers

In what contexts can diverse take the place of different?

In some situations, the words diverse and different are roughly equivalent. However, diverse implies both distinctness and marked contrast.

such diverse interests as dancing and football

Where would various be a reasonable alternative to different?

While in some cases nearly identical to different, various stresses the number of sorts or kinds.

tried various methods

Examples of different in a Sentence

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    Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 28 Oct. 2024
  • With diverse influences including Radiohead, Coldplay and Hans Zimmer, Margo’s goal is to evoke emotion from the listener, taking them to a higher place.
    Ben Welles, SPIN, 28 Oct. 2024
Adjective
  • The erstwhile couple has since gone their separate real estate ways.
    Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 26 Oct. 2024
  • The judge presiding over Truong’s civil litigation — which is separate but provided the underpinnings of the criminal complaint — is Amber Rosen, who is married to District Attorney Jeff Rosen.
    Devan Patel, The Mercury News, 26 Oct. 2024
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  • Only the town hall made a distinctive architectural statement.
    Greg Jackson, The New Yorker, 3 Nov. 2024
  • That decision to emphasize the beams was key to giving the 1,300-square-foot home some of its distinctive attitude.
    Marta Sader, Architectural Digest, 2 Nov. 2024
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  • In addition to their respective dances, the couples faced each other in a dance-off and the winner of each competition received bonus points added to their judges' totals.
    Esther Kang, People.com, 30 Oct. 2024
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    Majeed Javdani, Forbes, 30 Oct. 2024
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  • Couples can choose between a buffet-style setup or work with the culinary team to design a personalized menu tailored to their distinct tastes.
    Lopesan Costa Bavaro Contributor, Forbes, 1 Nov. 2024
  • Companies must do more to address the distinct obstacles that stall women’s progress early in their careers.
    Marianne Cooper Priya Fielding-Singh, Harvard Business Review, 1 Nov. 2024
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  • There are various ways to make your Wi-Fi faster, and buying a new router is one of the most obvious.
    Simon Hill, WIRED, 2 Nov. 2024
  • Her dedication to these diverse roles reflects her ability to excel in various areas, showcasing her versatility and leadership.
    Caroline Ritzie, The Enquirer, 2 Nov. 2024
Adjective
  • Over four decades, Heartwood has taught thousands of students about timber framing and other building arts and continues to be a place for people to gather and discover the tools to build with purpose.
    Deb Harvell, arkansasonline.com, 27 Oct. 2024
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    Melissa Goldin, Los Angeles Times, 26 Oct. 2024
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  • Each element of the necklace was crafted individually over 1,732 hours because of its intricate structure, varied diamond shapes, and the difficulty posed by the density, hardness, and high melting point of platinum.
    Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 26 Oct. 2024
  • Advertisement Republican efforts to thread this needle have had varied success.
    Seema Mehta, Los Angeles Times, 25 Oct. 2024

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“Different.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/different. Accessed 8 Nov. 2024.

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