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differ
/ˈdɪf.ər/
to be unlike or not the same
Their opinions differ on the best approach to the project.
They have different views about how to handle the project.
general
to be unlike or not the same as something else
The two versions of the software differ in their features.
The two software versions have different features.
Her style differs from her sister's.
She has a different style compared to her sister.
Often used with 'from' to specify what something is different from.
Pro Tip
Common Usage
'Differ' is often used in formal or analytical contexts to describe differences between things or people.
Gold Rule
Preposition Choice
Use 'differ from' to compare two things and 'differ in' to specify the aspect of difference.
Word Origin
From Middle English 'differen,' from Old French 'differer,' from Latin 'differre,' meaning 'to carry apart.'
Usage Notes
The verb 'differ' is often followed by 'from' to indicate what something is different from. It can also be used with 'in' to specify the aspect in which things differ.
Word Breakdown
diff
different
root-er
to do or be
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