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- Dictionarydiffering/ˈdɪf(ə)rɪŋ/
adjective
- 1. not the same as each other; dissimilar: "widely differing circumstances"
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to be not like something or someone else, either physically or in another way: The twins look alike, but they differ in temperament. His views differ considerably from those of his parents. The findings of the various studies differ significantly / markedly / radically. The incidence of the illness differs greatly between men and women. formal.
to be unlike or distinct in nature, form, or characteristics; to change from time to time or from one instance to another : vary… See the full definition
to be not like something else; to be different: American English and British English obviously differ in pronunciation. To differ is also to disagree: We may differ on what the numbers are, but there is general agreement that we have to do something to cut costs.
1. To be dissimilar or unlike in nature, quality, amount, or form: Ambition differs from greed. 2. To be of a different opinion; disagree: The experts differ on what should be done to fix the economy. 3. Obsolete To quarrel; dispute.
Differ definition: to be unlike, dissimilar, or distinct in nature or qualities (often followed by from). See examples of DIFFER used in a sentence.
the quality or state of being dissimilar or different; an instance of being unlike or distinct in nature, form, or quality… See the full definition
to disagree in opinion, belief, etc.; disagree: differed sharply in their approach to tax credits. [ ~ + with + object] I differ with my partner sometimes, but we usually agree. differ is a verb, different is an adjective, difference is a noun: The two theories differ from each other. He is different from all the rest.
Synonyms for DIFFERING: contrasting, varying, fluctuating, dividing, diverging, deviating, separating, disagreeing; Antonyms of DIFFERING: comparing, matching, according, corresponding, agreeing, conforming, accepting, concurring.
To differ is to be different, or to vary. Your list of favorite movies might differ from your sister's, especially if you like romantic comedies and she likes action films. Gas prices differ from state to state, and sometimes even from one side of the street to the other.
Difference definition: the state or relation of being different; dissimilarity. See examples of DIFFERENCE used in a sentence.
