Synonyms of differing

differing

verb

present participle of differ

1

as in contrasting

to be unlike; to not be the same

my brother and I differ markedly in the way we handle money

Synonyms & Similar Words

• contrasting
• varying
• fluctuating
• dividing
• diverging
• deviating
• separating

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• comparing
• matching
• according
• corresponding
• agreeing
• conforming

2

as in disagreeing

to have a different opinion

after much arguing, we simply have agreed to differ about the issue

Synonyms & Similar Words

• disagreeing
• objecting
• dissenting
• conflicting
• contrasting
• clashing
• opposing
• nonconcurring
• resisting
• protesting
• arguing
• debating
• taking issue
• colliding
• countering
• contesting
• bickering
• quarreling
• disputing
• falling out

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• agreeing
• accepting
• concurring
• assenting
• complying
• deferring
• consenting
• cooperating
• compromising
• subscribing
• acceding
• associating
• collaborating
• acquiescing
• getting along
• siding
• allying
• affiliating
• colluding
• coming round

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of differing

Recognizing those differing, and potentially competing, interests—and being deliberate about how they are balanced—is important given their significance for the underlying businesses. — Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 13 Aug. 2026

After the couple’s differing tastes in music came to light, Miller asked who picks the music in the car. — Claire Carter, The Washington Examiner, 12 Aug. 2026

Regulatory attorneys who can interpret guidelines that are often unwritten charge $750 an hour, and top firms frequently give differing advice on the same question. — Geri Stengel, Forbes.com, 12 Aug. 2026

The annual tax, meant to target richer residents, has drawn differing opinons from both sides of the aisle since its announcement in April. — Amethyst Martinez, USA Today, 12 Aug. 2026

School Psychology Consultant Susan Kocrski said differing terminology between agencies can create confusion during critical incidents. — Hannah McIlree, CBS News, 10 Aug. 2026

In fact, the charismatic cast all shine, as does Kwame Markin’s camerawork, nicely attuned to the differing emotional registers demanded by location and mood. — Jay Weissberg, Variety, 9 Aug. 2026

And some of Wells’ friends who were on the trip have differing thoughts on whether the teen decided to stay behind to talk to a girl on the island. — Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN Money, 8 Aug. 2026

There were differing opinions about the elbow injury as well. — Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 5 Aug. 2026