If a group or range of things is diverse, it is made up of a wide variety of things.
...shops selling a diverse range of gifts.
Society is now much more diverse than ever before.
Synonyms: various, mixed, varied, diversified More Synonyms of diverse
2. adjective
Diverse people or things are very different from each other.
Jones has a much more diverse and perhaps younger audience.
More Synonyms of diverse
diverse in British English
(daɪˈvɜːs, ˈdaɪvɜːs)
adjective
1.
having variety; assorted
2.
distinct in kind
Derived forms
diversely (diˈversely)
adverb
diverseness (diˈverseness)
noun
Word origin
C13: from Latin dīversus; see divers
diverse in American English
(dəˈvɜrs; daɪˌvɜrs; ˈdaɪˌvɜrs)
adjective
1.
different; dissimilar
2.
varied; diversified
SIMILAR WORDS: ˈdifferent
Derived forms
diversely (diˈversely)
adverb
diverseness (diˈverseness)
noun
Word origin
ME & OFr < L diversus, pp. of divertere, to turn aside < dis-, apart + vertere, to turn: see verse
Examples of 'diverse' in a sentence
diverse
Digital projects make it possible to reach a much larger audience with more diverse interests.
Smithsonian Mag (2017)
The room's opinions are as mixed as our backgrounds are diverse.
The Sun (2016)
Mutual respect, encouragement and the protection of rights and freedoms allow a healthily diverse society to flourish.
Times, Sunday Times (2017)
A diverse range of artists and craft makers live in the area.
The Sun (2016)
Power goes to those with the skill to hold together diverse groups.
Times, Sunday Times (2016)
We ran large design groups and worked with manufacturers on a diverse range of projects.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
They will only be used by employers already convinced about the benefits of a more diverse workforce.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
We are such a rich and diverse society and we need to embrace it.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
Despite his own religious beliefs his audiences are diverse.
The Sun (2006)
With increasing globalisation we have become familiar with a range of names from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
Genesis is open to a real diverse range of people.
Times, Sunday Times (2007)
It aims to establish a diverse range of schools by setting up more trust schools and academies.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
There are many good reasons for a diverse workforce and they are not about social justice.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
This is not a picture of a diverse and tolerant society.
Times, Sunday Times (2014)
They come from diverse backgrounds but all share stories of bullying.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
But how do you go about mixing such a diverse range of colours and patterns?
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
The aim of having a diverse workforce is to fuel creativity.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
The islanders of today live in a diverse and democratic society.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
It also meant intentionally making our groups more diverse so that group members can experience the richness of diversity.
Christianity Today (2000)
We are too diverse a group.
Martin, April The Guide to Lesbian and Gay Parenting (1993)
The Games should reflect the ethnically diverse local population.
Times, Sunday Times (2006)
They unite people of different ages, diverse backgrounds.
Times, Sunday Times (2015)
With that unusual double whammy, expect some particularly diverse audiences.
Times, Sunday Times (2012)
While broadcasters attempted to satisfy all tastes, in practice they were unable to meet the diverse and different preferences of viewers.
Veljanovski, Dr Cento The Media in Britain Today (1990)
Having a wider, more diverse, field helps ensure that.
Times, Sunday Times (2010)
In other languages
diverse
British English: diverse ADJECTIVE
If a group or range of things is diverse, it is made up of a wide variety of things.
...shops selling a diverse range of gifts.
American English: diverse
Brazilian Portuguese: diverso
Chinese: 各种各样的
European Spanish: diversos
French: varié
German: verschiedenartig
Italian: vario
Japanese: 多様な
Korean: 다양한
European Portuguese: diverso
Latin American Spanish: diversos
All related terms of 'diverse'
diverse set
A set of things is a number of things that belong together or that are thought of as a group.
diverse bunch
A bunch of people is a group of people who share one or more characteristics or who are doing something together.
diverse culture
Culture consists of activities such as the arts and philosophy , which are considered to be important for the development of civilization and of people's minds .
diverse ecosystem
An ecosystem is all the plants and animals that live in a particular area together with the complex relationship that exists between them and their environment .
diverse population
The population of a country or area is all the people who live in it.
diverse workforce
The workforce is the total number of people in a country or region who are physically able to do a job and are available for work.
diverse backgrounds
Your background is the kind of family you come from and the kind of education you have had. It can also refer to such things as your social and racial origins , your financial status , or the type of work experience that you have.
Chinese translation of 'diverse'
diverse
(daɪˈvəːs)
adj
多种(種)多样(樣)的 (duōzhǒng duōyàng de)
1 (adjective)
Definition
having variety
shops selling a diverse range of gifts
Synonyms
various
The methods employed are many and various.
mixed
I found a very mixed group of individuals.
varied
a varied range of dishes suitable for vegetarians
diversified
assorted
swimsuits, sizes 12-18, in assorted colours
miscellaneous
a hoard of miscellaneous junk
several
one of several failed attempts
sundry
motley
a motley collection of vans and old buses
manifold (formal)
The difficulties are manifold.
heterogeneous
the heterogeneous society of today
of every description
2 (adjective)
Definition
different in kind
Their attitudes were refreshingly diverse.
Synonyms
different
We have totally different views.
contrasting
unlike
varying
Reporters gave varying figures on the number of casualties.
differing
separate
distinct
The book is divided into two distinct parts.
disparate
Scientists are trying to pull together disparate ideas.
discrete
the process seen as a sequence of discrete phases
dissimilar
Their styles are not so dissimilar.
divergent
two people who have divergent views
discrepant
Additional synonyms
in the sense of assorted
Definition
consisting of various kinds mixed together
swimsuits, sizes 12-18, in assorted colours
Synonyms
various,
different,
mixed,
varied,
diverse,
diversified,
miscellaneous,
sundry,
motley,
variegated,
manifold (formal),
heterogeneous
in the sense of discrete
Definition
separate or distinct
the process seen as a sequence of discrete phases
Synonyms
separate,
individual,
distinct,
detached,
disconnected,
unattached,
discontinuous
in the sense of disparate
Definition
utterly different in kind
Scientists are trying to pull together disparate ideas.