differentiates

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make a distinction v.
change; make different v.

VERB

make a distinction

Synonyms

STRONGEST

comprehend discern discriminate extricate separate understand

STRONG

characterize contrast demarcate individualize individuate know mark redline sever severalize

WEAK

antithesize discrepate know what's what mark off set apart set off split hairs tell apart

Antonyms

STRONGEST

misinterpret mistake misunderstand

WEAK

allow associate confuse connect group leave link mix up

VERB

change; make different

Synonyms

STRONGEST

adapt alter diversify modify transform vary

STRONG

assort convert mismatch mismate variegate

Antonyms

STRONGEST

leave alone preserve remain stagnate

WEAK

allow associate confuse connect group leave link mix up

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differentiates

“I think it makes a difference, a record versus intentions,” Bass said when asked what differentiates her from her opponent.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 4, 2026

What differentiates Coherent, which manufactures lasers and transceivers, is that the company is vertically integrated, from the raw-materials layer to lasers and the modules that house them.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 1, 2026

Construction costs are another factor that differentiates padel from pickleball, according to Krieger, the Bluestone Lane co-founder and owner of Padel United Sports Club in Cresskill, N.J.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 22, 2026

People fall in love with the gunk that differentiates us from one another.

From Slate ● Jan. 7, 2026

It’s just one more thing that differentiates us.

From "Beasts of Prey" by Ayana Gray