differs

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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This differs from many existing immunotherapies, which often require doctors to collect and customize each patient's own immune cells before treatment.

From Science Daily • May 25, 2026

These studies were observational, which differs from research done on drugs to study intended effects.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

That differs from the existing Power of Siberia pipeline, launched in 2019, which has the capacity to move around 38 billion cubic metres of gas annually from eastern Siberia to northeastern China.

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

This reveals what someone considers a necessity versus a luxury, which often differs by gender and income level.

From MarketWatch • May 18, 2026

Family structure, too, differs increasingly along class lines.

From "Class Matters" by The New York Times