different

Meanings

• adjective

  Not the same as something or someone else; dissimilar.

  - "The sunflowers in my garden are different from those in your garden."
  - "His opinion on the matter is different from hers."

• adjective

  Distinct or separate.

  - "The different sections of the library are located on different floors."
  - "Each student received a different certificate."

• adjective

  Distinct or individual.

  - "Each student has a different fingerprint."
  - "The different elements of the painting blend together harmoniously."

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Pronunciation

1. /ˈdɪf.(ə)ɹ.ənt/
   
   
   
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Antonyms

undifferent , coherent , indistinct , unified , alike , identical , same , similar , normal , usual , homogeneous

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Synonyms

apart , distinct , other , aberrant , deviant , nonstandard , sundry

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with different
differ , quiver , trembler , giver , liver

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Homonyms

Words having the same spelling or pronunciation but different meanings and origins

1. Differentiate (English) : To make a distinction between; to perceive or recognize a difference.
   

2. Differential (English) : Relating to differences between things or groups.
   

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Homophones

Words having the same pronunciation but different meanings, origins, or spelling,

1. differ
   

2. differentiate
   

3. differential
   

4. differentiate
   

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Variants

List of all variants of different that leads to same result
different , differentness , differentnesses , different animal , different beast , different drummer , heard a different drummer , march to the beat of a different drummer , a horse of a different color , in a different league , in a different light , sing a different tune , tell a different story

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Forms

Different forms of the word (e.g., verb conjugations, plural forms, comparative/superlative forms for adjectives).

different (adjective), differently (adverb), differentiate (verb)

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Etymology

origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.

Old English 'diferen' meaning 'to differ, to be unlike'

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Trivia

Any details, considerations, events or pieces of information regarding the word

1. Did you know that the term 'different' is often used in the field of genetics to describe the presence of two or more distinct alleles for a particular gene?

2. In the 1960s, the term 'different' was used to describe the emerging counterculture movement that rejected mainstream society and values.

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Related Concepts

informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to

1. Unique: Related concept that emphasizes the distinctiveness and individuality of an object, person, or idea.

2. Individuality: Related concept that highlights the distinct qualities and characteristics that make an individual or thing unique.

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Culture

Any cultural, historical, or symbolic significance of the word. Explore how the word has been used in literature, art, music, or other forms of expression.

The term 'different' has been used extensively in literature, art, and music to highlight individuality, uniqueness, and non-conformity. For instance, in F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby, the character Nick Carraway describes Gatsby as 'different' from other wealthy individuals.

How to Memorize "different"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a Venn diagram with two overlapping circles representing 'same' and 'different'. Visualize objects or ideas that fall outside both circles as 'different'.
   - Visualize a row of sunflowers, each with a unique color or size, representing the concept of 'different'.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'different' with 'unique' or 'individual'.
   - Create associations with words like 'unusual', 'distinct', and 'non-conformist'.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the phrase 'Distinct Individuals Frequently Entertaining Novel Thoughts' to remember the meaning of 'different'.

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