difference

/ˈdɪfrɛns/; /ˈdɪf.rəns/; /ˈdɪfrɛns/;

Definitions

1. noun

The state or fact of being unlike or distinct in some way; a distinction or variation.

“The difference between their salaries was substantial, so they were able to afford a larger house.”

2. verb

To make something different or distinguish it from something else.

“Can you difference the two colors so they don’t blend together?”

3. verb

To find or state the difference between two or more things.

“We need to difference the results to see who won the election.”

Synonyms

  • distinction
  • diversity
  • unlikeness
  • variation

Antonyms

  • sameness
  • similarity