Synonyms for
Divers
Definition
Divers means different or varied. It can also mean someone who is skilled in many different things.
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Antonyms
Common collocations
- divers opinions
- divers reasons
- divers sorts
- divers ways
- divers employments
- divers experiments
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Usage note
Divers is an archaic adjective meaning 'various' or 'different'. It is rarely used in modern English except in specific contexts or for stylistic effect. Its modern counterpart is 'diverse'.
Example sentences
- The divers colors of the flowers in the garden were amazing.
- The divers talents of the artist were impressive.
- The divers types of animals in the zoo were fascinating.
- The divers flavors of ice cream were delicious.
- The divers cultures in the city made it an interesting place to live.
Quotes
We live in a diverse society - in fact, a diverse world - and we must learn to live in peace and with respect for each other. - Stan Lee
The strength of the United States is not the gold at Fort Knox or the weapons of mass destruction that we have, but the sum total of the education and the character of our people. - Claiborne Pell
It's not about being perfect. It's about being able to navigate the obstacles in life, and there's no instruction book. That's what I love about diving: It's a sport where the outcome is unpredictable. - Greg Louganis