Differ: meaning, definitions and examples

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differ

[ ˈdɪfər ]

^{Context #1}

in comparison

To be unlike or distinct in nature, quality, or form. To show a difference when compared.

Synonyms

contrast, disagree, vary

Examples of usage

Their opinions differ on the best approach to the problem.
The two paintings differ in style and technique.

^{Context #2}

in opinion

To have a disagreement or argument about something. To hold a different view or belief.

Synonyms

argue, disagree, quarrel

Examples of usage

They often differ on political issues.
We differ in our interpretation of the data.

^{Context #3}

in characteristics

A point or way in which people or things are not the same.

Synonyms

contrast, discrepancy, variation

Examples of usage

There are some key differences between the two products.
Let's focus on the differences rather than the similarities.

Translations

Translations of the word "differ" in other languages:

🇵🇹 diferir

🇮🇳 अलग होना

🇩🇪 sich unterscheiden

🇮🇩 berbeda

🇺🇦 відрізнятися

🇵🇱 różnić się

🇯🇵 異なる (ことなる)

🇫🇷 différer

🇪🇸 diferir

🇹🇷 farklı olmak

🇰🇷 다르다

🇸🇦 يختلف

🇨🇿 lišit se

🇸🇰 líšiť sa

🇨🇳 不同 (bùtóng)

🇸🇮 razlikovati se

🇮🇸 að vera frábrugðinn

🇰🇿 айырмашылығы бар

🇬🇪 განსხვავება

🇦🇿 fərqlənmək

🇲🇽 diferir

Word origin

The word 'differ' originated from the Latin word 'differre', which means 'to be different'. It has been used in English since the 15th century. The concept of differences and distinctions has been a fundamental aspect of human communication and understanding, leading to the widespread use of the word 'differ' in various contexts.