differed

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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

STRONGEST

agree concur consent

STRONG

accept give in go along make peace support surrender

WEAK

be same conform harmonize

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differed

The Qumran calendar differed sharply from the lunisolar calendar that shaped Jewish religious life during the Second Temple period.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 20, 2026

It said that rent rises were being seen across the UK, but the situation still differed depending where renters were looking.

From BBC ● Sep. 13, 2026

They differed over whether that protection damned the Constitution or vindicated it.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 4, 2026

Román would make the decision “based on” a point system that differed from what was laid out in the original request for proposals, according to an addendum sent to the bidders.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 4, 2026

He listened to the professor’s version of the tale, which differed only slightly from the one he knew, waiting for the opportunity to steer the conversation the way of his question.

From "The Book of Dust: La Belle Sauvage" by Philip Pullman