different
Usage
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The adjective different emphasizes separateness and dissimilarity: two different (or differing) versions of the same story. Distinct implies a uniqueness that is clear and unmistakable: plans similar in objective but distinct in method. Diverse, in describing ideas or opinions, suggests degrees of difference that may be at odds or challenging to reconcile: diverse views on how the area should be zoned. Various stresses the multiplicity of sorts or instances of a thing or a class of things: various sorts of seaweed; busy with various duties.
Example Sentences
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All materials are built from atoms that bond together in different patterns.
From Science Daily
In the new research, the team worked with human spinal cord organoids -- miniature organs derived from stem cells -- to recreate different forms of spinal cord trauma and evaluate a promising regenerative treatment.
From Science Daily
The Kenwards added they did not have any symptoms and were both diagnosed after tests for a different condition.
From BBC
"There are still so many games, competitions and different scenarios to play in this season, and that's a possibility that we have."
From BBC
If Jagiellonia, who drew 0-0 at the weekend, win that fixture the picture is significantly different as they would go six points clear.
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
