Synonyms for
Difference
Definition
The quality or condition of being unlike or distinct from something else.
Synonyms & similar words
remainder
deviation
conflict
sameness
differenceofopinion
dispute
departure
divergence
discrepancy
variation
distinction
divergence
disparity
contrast
disagreement
diversity
unlikeness
variation
dissemblance
dissimilarity
dissimilitude
otherness
contrast
disparity
variation
discrepancy
disagreement
dissimilarity
Synonyms by register
Informal
Literary
Antonyms
Common collocations
- key difference
- main difference
- slight difference
- major difference
- difference of opinion
- difference between
- difference in
- no difference
Word family
Usage note
When comparing two things, use 'difference between'. For a characteristic that varies, use 'difference in'.
Example sentences
- The difference between a pencil and a pen is that a pencil can be erased.
- Can you spot the difference between these two pictures?
- There's a big difference between swimming in a pool and swimming in the ocean.
- The difference in temperature between summer and winter is very noticeable.
- The difference in taste between the two cakes is subtle but it's there.
Quotes
Life is a journey, and if you fall in love with the journey, you will be in love forever. The difference between try and triumph is just a little umph! - Marvin Phillips
You make a difference for every single person you come into contact with at work. Is that difference for the better or worse? - Jane Gentry
The difference between genius and stupidity is that genius has its limits. - Albert Einstein