differ

verb
UK: /ˈdɪf.ər/
US: /ˈdɪf.fɚ/

  1. To not be the same as something or someone else.

    1. These shirts differ in size.
    2. The twins' personalities differ greatly, despite their similar looks.

  2. To disagree with someone about something.

    1. I differ with you on that point.
    2. Experts differ on the best way to solve this complex problem.

Synonyms

disagree contrast vary dissent diverge
differ intransitive-verb

  1. Used to show that you disagree with someone: to have a different opinion.

    1. I differ, but it's okay.
    2. I must differ there; I really don't believe that's the case.
differ transitive-verb

  1. To be unlike or dissimilar.

    1. How does this differ?
    2. The second paragraph differs from the first in tone and style.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "differ" in English means: To not be the same as something or someone else., To disagree with someone about something..

The phonetic transcription of "differ" is /ˈdɪf.ər/ in British English and /ˈdɪf.fɚ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "differ": disagree, contrast, vary, dissent, diverge.

Example usage of "differ": "These shirts differ in size.". More examples on the page.