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be dissimilar, distinct v.
clash; hold opposing views v.

VERB

be dissimilar, distinct

Synonyms

STRONGEST

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

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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

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agree concur consent

STRONG

accept give in go along make peace support surrender

WEAK

be same conform harmonize

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differed

When he was born, Jonah's physical appearance also raised questions - it differed greatly from both her own and the one described in Ditto's profile.

From BBC ● Aug. 18, 2026

Before the NDIS, disability services differed across states.

From BBC ● Aug. 12, 2026

I asked how this go-around differed from previous ones.

From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 8, 2026

It also appears to have differed substantially from ape species of a similar age found in East Africa.

From Science Daily ● Jul. 24, 2026

In addition to their germs and technology, Eurasian and Native American societies differed in their political organization.

From "Guns, Germs, and Steel: The Fates of Human Societies" by Jared M. Diamond