differ

verb

dif·fer ˈdi-fər How to pronounce differ (audio)

differed; differing ˈdi-f(ə-)riŋ How to pronounce differ (audio)

intransitive verb

: to be unlike or distinct in nature, form, or characteristics

the law of one state differs from that of another

: to change from time to time or from one instance to another : vary

the number of cookies in a box may differ

: to be of unlike or opposite opinion : disagree

they differ on religious matters

I beg to differ with your interpretation.

Example Sentences

The two schools differ in their approach to discipline. my brother and I differ markedly in the way we handle money

Recent Examples on the Web Its most notable feature are front seats that differ in color from the rear seats.

Tribune News Service, cleveland, 10 Sep. 2022 The 2022 version of MoviePass, complete with a new logo, will have three general pricing tiers of $10, $20, $30 that may differ by market.

Adario Strange, Quartz, 25 Aug. 2022 Regardless of one's cultural background or ethnicity, reading books written by people with experiences and perspectives that differ from our own is an important part of broadening our reading diet.

Lizz Schumer, Good Housekeeping, 25 Aug. 2022 Some recent research also suggests the current global outbreak of monkeypox may cause symptoms that differ from previous outbreaks, which doctors have warned could result in cases going undetected.

Madeline Halpert, Forbes, 16 Aug. 2022 Among those, there are multiple variants that differ in size, connectivity, design, and price.

Corey Gaskin, Ars Technica, 30 July 2022 Many states have privacy laws that differ greatly from even their neighboring states, making some forms of data protected in some states and not in others.

Eric D. Perakslis, STAT, 13 July 2022 The Juvederm family of fillers are hyaluronic acid (HA) dermal fillers that differ in concentration of (HA) and bonding between the (HA) molecules.

Micaela English, Town & Country, 14 June 2022 On average, Asian Americans exhibit some shopping habits that differ from those of other consumers, NielsenIQ found.

Hannah Miao, NBC News, 7 June 2022 See More

Word History

Etymology

Middle English differren, differen, borrowed from Middle French & Latin; Middle French differer "to be different," borrowed (with conjugational change) from Latin differre "to carry away in varying directions, spread abroad, postpone, delay, be unlike or distinct," from dif-, assimilated form of dis- dis- + ferre "to carry, convey"

Note: The meanings of Latin differre, in particular the sense "to be unlike or distinct," copy those of Greek diaphérein, formed with the cognate verb phérein "to carry." English differ is not distinct etymologically from defer entry 1; the two were originally variants with stress on either the first or last syllable, with the meanings "delay" and "be unlike" eventually being restricted to one of the two variants.

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

单词	differ
释义	differ verb dif·fer ˈdi-fər differed; differing ˈdi-f(ə-)riŋ intransitive verb 1 a : to be unlike or distinct in nature, form, or characteristics the law of one state differs from that of another b : to change from time to time or from one instance to another : vary the number of cookies in a box may differ 2 : to be of unlike or opposite opinion : disagree they differ on religious matters I beg to differ with your interpretation. Synonyms contrast vary See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences The two schools differ in their approach to discipline. my brother and I differ markedly in the way we handle money Recent Examples on the Web Its most notable feature are front seats that differ in color from the rear seats. Tribune News Service, cleveland, 10 Sep. 2022 The 2022 version of MoviePass, complete with a new logo, will have three general pricing tiers of $10, $20, $30 that may differ by market. Adario Strange, Quartz, 25 Aug. 2022 Regardless of one's cultural background or ethnicity, reading books written by people with experiences and perspectives that differ from our own is an important part of broadening our reading diet. Lizz Schumer, Good Housekeeping, 25 Aug. 2022 Some recent research also suggests the current global outbreak of monkeypox may cause symptoms that differ from previous outbreaks, which doctors have warned could result in cases going undetected. Madeline Halpert, Forbes, 16 Aug. 2022 Among those, there are multiple variants that differ in size, connectivity, design, and price. Corey Gaskin, Ars Technica, 30 July 2022 Many states have privacy laws that differ greatly from even their neighboring states, making some forms of data protected in some states and not in others. Eric D. Perakslis, STAT, 13 July 2022 The Juvederm family of fillers are hyaluronic acid (HA) dermal fillers that differ in concentration of (HA) and bonding between the (HA) molecules. Micaela English, Town & Country, 14 June 2022 On average, Asian Americans exhibit some shopping habits that differ from those of other consumers, NielsenIQ found. Hannah Miao, NBC News, 7 June 2022 See More Word History Etymology Middle English differren, differen, borrowed from Middle French & Latin; Middle French differer "to be different," borrowed (with conjugational change) from Latin differre "to carry away in varying directions, spread abroad, postpone, delay, be unlike or distinct," from dif-, assimilated form of dis- dis- + ferre "to carry, convey" Note: The meanings of Latin differre, in particular the sense "to be unlike or distinct," copy those of Greek diaphérein, formed with the cognate verb phérein "to carry." English differ is not distinct etymologically from defer entry 1; the two were originally variants with stress on either the first or last syllable, with the meanings "delay" and "be unlike" eventually being restricted to one of the two variants. First Known Use 15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a Phrases Containing differ agree to differ beg to differ agree to differ beg to differ Kids Definition differ verb dif·fer ˈdi-fər differed; differing 1 : to be unlike : be different "And so, as we differ from all ordinary people, let us become friends." L. Frank Baum, The Marvelous Land of Oz 2 : disagree sense 1 We differ on how best to proceed. differ verb 1 as in to contrast to be unlike; to not be the same my brother and I differ markedly in the way we handle money Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance contrast vary fluctuate diverge deviate divide separate Antonyms & Near Antonyms compare match correspond agree conform accord 2 as in to disagree to have a different opinion after much arguing, we simply have agreed to differ about the issue Synonyms & Similar Words disagree object contrast nonconcur dissent argue clash conflict take issue debate resist oppose protest counter collide dispute contest quarrel bicker fall out Antonyms & Near Antonyms agree concur accept defer comply assent acquiesce consent accede cooperate subscribe compromise collaborate associate get along side affiliate ally come round collude See More
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