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- DictionaryDif·fer/ˈdifər/
verb
- 1. be unlike or dissimilar: "the second set of data differed from the first"
to be not like something else; to be different: American English and British English obviously differ in pronunciation. To differ is also to disagree: We may differ on what the numbers are, but there is general agreement that we have to do something to cut costs.
To differ is to be different, or to vary. Your list of favorite movies might differ from your sister's, especially if you like romantic comedies and she likes action films. Gas prices differ from state to state, and sometimes even from one side of the street to the other.
Definition of differ verb in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.
6 days ago · 1. reciprocal verb. If two or more things differ, they are unlike each other in some way. The story he told police differed from the one he told his mother. 2. reciprocal verb. If people differ about something, they do not agree with each other about it. The two leaders had differed on the issue of sanctions. That is where we differ.
to be unlike, dissimilar, or distinct in nature or qualities (often fol. by from): The two writers differ greatly in their perceptions of the world. Each writer's style differs from that of another. to disagree in opinion, belief, etc.; be at variance; disagree (often fol. by with or from): His business partner always differs with him.
verb. /ˈdɪfər/ Verb Forms. [intransitive] to be different from someone or something They hold differing views. A differs from B French differs from English in this respect. A and B differ (from each other) French and English differ in this respect. differ between A and B Ideas on childcare may differ considerably between the parents. Language Bank.
Britannica Dictionary definition of DIFFER. [no object] 1. : to be different. Their styles differ. The two schools differ in their approach to discipline. — often + from. The new version differs significantly from the old one. 2. : to have opinions that don't agree. We differ [= disagree] on/about/over how best to raise the money. — often + with.
