adjective
different
DIF-ruhnt/ˈdɪfrənt/
Not the same as another in identity or qualities.
The red apple and yellow banana have different shapes and colors.
Etymology
“Apart” and “carry” underlie a Latin verb meaning “to set apart.” Its participle already meant “differing” or “different,” describing things whose qualities set them apart from one another.
In context
like they take different paths. They're very quick at things that I struggle with and vice versa.
More examples
- We need a different approach.
- This tastes different from yesterday's soup.
- They have very different interests.
Forms
different · more different · most different
Similar words
- distinct
- Often emphasizes that things are clearly separate or distinguishable.