diversities
Meanings
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noun
The state or quality of having many different forms, types, or kinds.
- "The school embraces diversities in race, religion, and culture."
- "The city's diversities offer a rich tapestry of experiences."
Synonyms
selection
Rhymes
Words rhyming with diversitiessurprises , supplies , arises , advises
Variants
List of all variants of diversities that leads to same resultdiversities , diversity
Etymology
origin and the way in which meanings have changed throughout history.From the Latin word 'diversus' meaning 'different' or 'turned aside'.
Trivia
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Did you know that the United Nations' International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination is celebrated on March 21st, a day that also marks the first day of spring and the Vernal Equinox? This symbolizes the idea that, like the renewal of nature, we can renew our commitment to eliminating racial discrimination and embracing diversities.
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The term 'diversity' was first used in the English language in the late 15th century.
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The world's tallest waterfall, the Angel Falls in Venezuela, is a symbol of diversities, as it represents the diverse landscapes and geological formations found on our planet.
Related Concepts
informations on related concepts or terms closely associated with the word. Discuss semantic fields or domains that the word belongs to-
multiculturalism: The promotion and acceptance of cultural differences within a society.
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inclusivity: The practice of including and welcoming individuals regardless of their differences.
Quotes
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Another factor in Burns' rise has been the strength and depth of Xerox's commitment to "diversity". One-third of Xerox's 3,819 executives are women and 22% are minorities.
- Nanette Byrnes et al.,{it}Business Week{/it},8 June 2009 -
The media flood the nation's editorial markets with testimonies to the piebald character of the American democracy jumbled together from a wonderful "diversity" of colors, creeds, and cultural dispensations, which is a swell story, but in the United States Senate not one visible to the naked eye.
- Lewis H. Lapham,{it}Harper's{/it},March 2005 -
Even more eccentric is the treatment of the British Empire. Stretching over three centuries and six continents, you might have expected that its extent, duration, and "diversity" would have made it immune to facile interpretation.
- David Gilmour,{it}New York Review{/it},2 Nov. 2006 -
The handsome creatures have hooked the interest of evolutionists and ecologists because of their dazzling "diversity" of shapes, behaviors, and feeding habits, which include nibbling the fins and scales of other fish.
- {it}Science{/it},26 Nov. 2004 -
Jim, a lanky, bearded 35-year-old, knows a lot about heirloom fruits and vegetables. He works with the Southern Seed Legacy in Athens, Georgia, an organization devoted to preserving the seeds of heirloom plants in order to restore some of the genetic "diversity" that industrial agriculture has eroded over the years.
- Gary Paul Nabhan,{it}Saveur{/it},October 2009
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.Diversities have significant cultural and historical importance, as they represent the rich tapestry of human experiences and backgrounds. They are celebrated in various forms of literature, art, and music, and are essential for fostering understanding and empathy between different groups.
How to Memorize "diversities"
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visualize
- Imagine a colorful mosaic, where each piece represents a different diversity.
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associate
- Associate the word 'diversities' with the word 'rainbow', as both represent a range of colors or differences.
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mnemonics
- Use the acronym 'Different Individuals Valued Everywhere' to remember the meaning of diversities.
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