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as in diversity
the quality or state of being composed of many different elements or types
the diverseness of the offerings at the art fair made judging a challenge
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as in distinctiveness
the quality or state of being different
the diverseness of the two top movies in the running for Best Picture could not be more striking
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for diverseness
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The diversity of influences continued throughout the record and the performances on Monday.—
Peter Larsen,
Daily News,
25 Feb. 2026 -
According to Shapiro, probiotic foods—many of which also contain protein or fiber too—have the potential to improve digestion, reduce bloating, support immune health by strengthening gut barrier function, and promote microbial diversity.—
Michele Ross,
SELF,
24 Feb. 2026
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For Glomski, that distinctiveness is the point.—
Peter Burke,
FOXNews.com,
15 Feb. 2026
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In the immediate future, Murray said, the Post would concentrate on areas that demonstrate authority, distinctiveness and impact, and resonate with readers, including politics, national affairs and security.—
David Bauder,
Fortune,
4 Feb. 2026
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But the wider variety in the group stage, slightly counterintuitively, creates less variety at the business end of the tournament.—
Nick Miller,
New York Times,
28 Feb. 2026
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Grab ‘em in black (pictured above) and a variety of colors, including gray, navy, and berry, though prices vary by style, and keep scrolling for more comfortable work pants, below.—
Stephanie Osmanski,
Better Homes & Gardens,
27 Feb. 2026
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How can the sense of an absolute union of all matter be reconciled with the endless multiplicity and distinctness of it?—
Christian Wiman,
Harpers Magazine,
30 Dec. 2025
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However, a few hours with Air Riders reveals the nuance and depth of its gameplay, the distinctness of this flavor of racing game and its sensory, chaotic, and strategic appeal.—
Ryan Gaur,
Rolling Stone,
19 Nov. 2025
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The difference between the two teams in the table could be more than just one point after this weekend’s encounter.—
Graham Ruthven,
New York Times,
28 Feb. 2026
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Bridges later established the Ruby Bridges Foundation to promote respect and appreciation for people’s differences.—
Susan DeGrane,
Chicago Tribune,
28 Feb. 2026
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In contrast, Rogge worked with casting director Piergiorgio del Moro, looking for distinctive faces, as told to Nicole Phelps in a preview pre-show.—
Lucy Maguire,
Vogue,
27 Feb. 2026
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The black gloves and Hough’s black earrings provided color palette contrast.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
27 Feb. 2026
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Different legal paths Although the four men were swept into the same investigation, their legal histories diverged — a distinction that will likely shape any effort to obtain restitution.—
Tony Plohetski,
Austin American Statesman,
23 Feb. 2026
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The present moment may be witnessing a form of wholesale foreclosure, where the reading of books, and the practice of deep reading, may signal one’s class distinction.—
Literary Hub,
Literary Hub,
23 Feb. 2026
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“Diverseness.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diverseness. Accessed 2 Mar. 2026.
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