as in different
being not of the same kind
a movement supported by people with diverse interests but one common goal
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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 diverse
Alondra Nelson, Time, 13 May 2025
Belgium Why: Even the most hard-core cyclists agree that Belgium’s rich cycling culture and diverse terrain make up for its lack of punishing climbs.
—Jen Murphy, Outside Online, 13 May 2025
Day has also championed causes that reflect the diverse voices and values of the broader community, including his work for Rideback Rise, the non-profit content accelerator that supports diverse filmmakers and creators in making commercial film and television to drive narrative change.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 13 May 2025
But on July 1, California will impose rules meant to ensure that film and TV productions that receive state tax incentives hire a diverse workforce, both on screen and behind the camera.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 13 May 2025
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In both these roles, over the past few years, I've been asked to serve on diverse bodies that offer guidance about how the Executive and Legislative branches can be stewards of knowledge and create structure to enable discovery, innovation, and ingenuity.
—Alondra Nelson, Time, 13 May 2025
Belgium Why: Even the most hard-core cyclists agree that Belgium’s rich cycling culture and diverse terrain make up for its lack of punishing climbs.
—Jen Murphy, Outside Online, 13 May 2025
Day has also championed causes that reflect the diverse voices and values of the broader community, including his work for Rideback Rise, the non-profit content accelerator that supports diverse filmmakers and creators in making commercial film and television to drive narrative change.
—Anthony D'alessandro, Deadline, 13 May 2025
But on July 1, California will impose rules meant to ensure that film and TV productions that receive state tax incentives hire a diverse workforce, both on screen and behind the camera.
—Gene Maddaus, Variety, 13 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for diverse
Adjective
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The exact genetic fix will be different for each person, but the approach is very repeatable, said Marks, who has since left the FDA.—
Karen Weintraub,
USA Today,
16 May 2025
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Theme park Silver Dollar City is consistently rated as one of the top amusement parks in the country by USA Today, and 2025’s rankings are no different.—
Joseph Hernandez,
Kansas City Star,
15 May 2025
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Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, a former Fox News host, has publicly opposed diversity initiatives and supports a traditionalist view of military structure and discipline.—
Gabe Whisnant,
MSNBC Newsweek,
21 May 2025
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Their mental health campaign encourages employees to share stories that promote diversity, empathy and mental health.—
Nicole Dunn,
Forbes.com,
21 May 2025
Adjective
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Another series of sweeps beginning around 8,000 years ago gave Eurasians their distinctive pale complexion.—
Kermit Pattison,
Scientific American,
20 May 2025
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Now, Robbins is using his whip-smart humor and distinctive social media persona to address a very real problem: the diaper crisis.—
Erin Lassner,
HollywoodReporter,
20 May 2025
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In those texts, there have been many remembrances of his generosity of spirit, and not just of the monetary variety.—
Michael Silver,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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For a variety of reasons, including delays tied to the need for workers with proper security clearances, Boeing may or may not be able to complete the order before the end of President Donald Trump’s second term.—
Dana Taylor,
USA Today,
22 May 2025
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One of the most effective ways to do this is by specializing in client segments with distinct financial needs, values, and life experiences.—
Jason Katz,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2025
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The timber and the distinct design spoke of finality.—
Tammy Ljungblad,
Kansas City Star,
17 May 2025
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This, along with Stoke’s physicality and directness, gave them a point of difference — something nobody else had.—
Nick Miller,
New York Times,
22 May 2025
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The difference between current and voltage can be visualized by a conveyor belt carrying boxes of a uniform size.—
Erik Kobayashi-Solomon,
Forbes.com,
22 May 2025
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Gable Kahn masterfully tackles the constant and varied misogyny women face in society head-on, while also portraying a real, beautifully flawed MC.—
Carly Tagen-Dye,
People.com,
24 May 2025
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Nike’s rollout of Air Max 95 OG Big Bubble colorways has been varied.—
Riley Jones,
Footwear News,
24 May 2025
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Rihanna, by contrast, emerged as their modernized little sister who was young, polished, and strategically backed and ready to channel this island swag through the lens of a rising global pop star.—
Ime Ekpo,
Forbes.com,
25 May 2025
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By contrast, the hooded orioles build deep pouch or pendant nests that are sewn into place with the fibers from palm fronds.—
Ernie Cowan,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
25 May 2025
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“Diverse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diverse. Accessed 29 May. 2025.
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