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different from
/ˈdɪf.rənt frɒm/
not the same as
Her approach is different from mine.
Her approach is not the same as mine.
general
Not the same as something else; having noticeable distinctions.
The two models are different from each other in design.
The two models have distinct designs that set them apart.
His opinion is different from the majority.
His opinion contrasts with what most people think.
Often used to emphasize contrast or distinction between two things.
Collocations
different fromused to compare two things that are not the samedifferent thanalternative form, less formal (common in American English)
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Formal vs. Informal
Use 'different from' in formal writing and 'different than' in casual speech.
Gold Rule
Correct Usage
'Different from' is the standard form in formal English, while 'different than' is acceptable in informal contexts.
Word Origin
Derived from Old French 'different' (from Latin 'differens') and 'from' (Old English 'fram').
Usage Notes
'Different from' is preferred in formal writing, while 'different than' is more common in speech and informal contexts.
Word Breakdown
different
not the same
adjectivefrom
indicates the point of departure or origin
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