adverb

differently

In a way that is not the same.

My brother and I remember the same trip differently.

Etymology

Different ultimately carries the Latin idea of being apart or distinct. The ending -ly applies that distinction to the manner of an action, making it unlike another way of acting.

More examples

  • This software works differently on my phone.
  • She dresses differently for work than she does at home.
  • I see things differently now.

Forms

differently

different adjective — Not the same as someone or something.

differ verb — To be unlike or to disagree.

Similar words

otherwise
Often means another way, especially as an alternative.