Synonyms for
Differ
Definition
to be unlike or distinct from something or someone else
Synonyms & similar words
Synonyms by register
Informal
Antonyms
Common collocations
- differ from
- differ greatly
- differ widely
- differ in opinion
- differ on
- differ about
- differ significantly
Word family
Usage note
The preposition 'from' is commonly used after 'differ' when comparing two things. For example, 'My opinion differs from yours.'
Example sentences
- The two paintings differ in color.
- We differ in our tastes.
- The siblings differ in height.
- Their political views differ greatly.
- The twins differ in personality.
Quotes
The art of conversation is the art of hearing as well as of being heard.
The only difference between a good day and a bad day is your attitude.
The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall.