diversity

noun

də-ˈvər-sə-tē How to pronounce diversity (audio)
Definition of diversitynext
1
as in variety
the quality or state of being composed of many different elements or types the diversity of plant life on that tropical island is staggering

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2
as in distinctiveness
the quality or state of being different there's considerable diversity in the platforms for the two major parties

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Recent Examples of diversity In a statement after the Grammy announced the new categories, Roe thanked the Recording Academy for recognizing the diversity of communities that make up traditional folk music. — Lisa Gutierrez, Kansas City Star, 30 July 2026 According to Lupo, Boise’s above-average traffic congestion, coupled with a lack of economic diversity, dragged Boise’s score down in this category. — Hali Smith july 30, Idaho Statesman, 30 July 2026 Professors are eager to work with student veterans and believe the life experience veterans bring to the classroom is crucial to the intellectual diversity of institutions like Caltech. — Francesca Pinney, Los Angeles Times, 30 July 2026 In other words, Venezuela possesses a very significant diversity of minerals. — Eric Cortellessa, Time, 30 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for diversity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for diversity
  1. variety
  2. distinctiveness
  3. heterogeneity
  4. difference
  5. multiplicity
  6. distinctness
  7. contrast
  8. distinction
Noun
  • Lionfish supplanted indigenous stocks like the red mullet to the dismay of fishers, who have seen local varieties popular with customers greatly diminish.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 30 July 2026
  • But the Idaho Statesman covered a wide variety of other news.
    — Chadd Cripe. Produced with AI assistance, Idaho Statesman, 30 July 2026
Definition of variety
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  • In a portfolio of consumer brands, each brand's value lies substantially in its distinctiveness.
    — Gustaf Lundberg Toresson, Forbes.com, 23 July 2026
  • Ultimately, though, distinctiveness is an asset for an action star.
    — Judy Berman, Time, 15 July 2026
Definition of distinctiveness
Noun
  • This core model capability makes management of vast heterogeneity much easier.
    — John Sviokla, Forbes.com, 29 July 2026
  • So many more Americans are not just alive but living their best lives thanks to the scientific advances rooted in the recognition of the biological heterogeneity of cancer and the need to tailor treatment accordingly.
    — Time, Time, 16 June 2026
Definition of heterogeneity
Noun
  • With few exceptions, Southerners are pretty strict about the differences between cakes, pies, cobblers, and candies.
    — Josh Miller, Southern Living, 1 Aug. 2026
  • At that scale, the difference between $1 and 20 cents per million input tokens becomes a serious procurement issue.
    — Gerui Wang, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of difference
Noun
  • How an audience discovers that needle in the haystack requires research rigor requiring access to a multiplicity of data streams.
    — Frank Racioppi, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
  • One of my favorite mindsets is the multiplicity mindset.
    — Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2026
Definition of multiplicity
Noun
  • 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
  • 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
Definition of distinctness
Noun
  • Samuel’s skill set is a good contrast to what Mike Evans brings.
    — Trevor Woods, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • San Diego’s offense, by contrast, totaled 12 hits, the loudest being rookie Jase Bowen’s first career home run in the bottom of the fourth.
    — Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of contrast
Noun
  • This of course gives the Charger the unenviable distinction of being a vehicle that is both statistically more dangerous to be inside in the event of a crash, as well as increasing the chances of another driver dying whenever one is involved.
    — Adam Ismail, The Drive, 30 July 2026
  • The distinction is important for the development of useful quantum computers.
    — Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 30 July 2026
Definition of distinction

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