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differed

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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“Obviously I’ve been an outspoken critic, and she and I have differed on policies,” Rodriguez said in an interview.

From Los Angeles Times • May 17, 2026

On many issues, the “readouts”—publicly released official statements of what was discussed in a meeting—from the White House and from China differed substantially.

From Slate • May 16, 2026

But, as Ms. Kobrin argues, these banks’ practices differed from those of the established institutions because of peculiar attitudes that had been formed in the world the immigrants left behind.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 5, 2026

Labour said, while it appreciated students' learning styles differed, research had shown NEAs were a "more valid and authentic way of assessing" pupils in some areas.

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

Seymour insisted that his left foot differed from his right in size.

From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner