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diverse

[dih-vurs, dahy-, dahy-vurs] / dɪˈvɜrs, daɪ-, ˈdaɪ vɜrs /


Usage

What are other ways to say diverse? The adjective 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. 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.

Example Sentences

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Through informed dialogue and diverse perspectives, the program explored economic policy, governance and global influence at a pivotal time in the nation’s history.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 15, 2026

“Pathogen transmission is a consequence of general and diverse uses of wildlife by people. This includes illegal and legal trade.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 13, 2026

"By fast-tracking approvals and clearing away regulatory hurdles, we can lower construction costs and build the diverse housing our workforce needs to thrive," she wrote.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

Larger and more diverse studies will be needed to confirm and expand on these results.

From Science Daily • Apr. 13, 2026

Barack had already built goodwill with a diverse range of constituents throughout Illinois, including in the rural white farm areas in the southern part of the state.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama




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