differ

[dif-er] / ˈdɪf ər /

VERB

be dissimilar, distinct

Synonyms

STRONGEST

alter conflict with contradict contrast disagree diverge modify vary

STRONG

digress diversify qualify reverse turn

WEAK

be distinguished from be off the beaten path be unlike bear no resemblance clash with depart from deviate from divaricate from jar with lack resemblance not conform not look like run counter to show contrast sing a different tune stand apart take exception

Antonyms

STRONGEST

accept agree coincide concur remain

WEAK

be same conform consent harmonize

VERB

clash; hold opposing views

Synonyms

STRONGEST

disagree dissent divide quarrel squabble vary

STRONG

bicker contend debate demur disaccord discord dispute fight jar object oppose war

WEAK

bump heads discept go after each other go at it hit a clinker hit a sour note lock horns protest against take issue

Antonyms

STRONGEST

agree concur consent

STRONG

accept give in go along make peace support surrender

WEAK

be same conform harmonize

Example Sentences

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Their sound differed from the melody-rich music of Bob Marley, with a heavier emphasis on the beat - including the pioneering "rockers" rhythm, which introduced more syncopation and energy to the music.

From BBC

While the two books cover many of the same events, they differ in important ways.

From The Wall Street Journal

This targeted behavior differs from traditional chemotherapy, which affects many types of cells and often causes serious side effects.

From Science Daily

But he is a poacher in a differing mould to the towering Nick Woltemade, who likes to come in deep.

From BBC

The events of this month have differed from previous protests in one crucial respect.

From The Wall Street Journal

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