differed

VERB

be dissimilar, distinct

Synonyms

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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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She differed from Mr. Reynoso mainly in the degree of her militancy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 28, 2026

Draft experts John Hollinger and Sam Vecenie of the Athletic differed in their evaluation, with Hollinger giving the pick a thumbs-up while Vecenie expressed reservations.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 24, 2026

During a 2022 police interview, Nix gave a version of events that differed "significantly" from her original statement from the time, having not been told that investigators had found it, the Metropolitan Police said.

From BBC • Jun. 19, 2026

The quarterly census of employment and wages administrative records released this past week differed little from the nonfarm payroll data covering the same period.

From Barron's • Jun. 5, 2026

Ernest’s handling of the hearing differed dramatically from Latimer’s, producing a much different outcome.

From "Big Science" by Michael Hiltzik