Meaning & Definition of word "Differ"

Differ

/ˈdɪfər/

1. to be unlike or distinct in nature, form, or qualities.
- Example: The two species differ significantly in their mating habits.
2. to disagree or have a differing opinion.
- Example: I tend to differ from my colleague on the best approach to the project.
3. to produce a difference or variation.
- Example: Variations in temperature can cause materials to differ in their elasticity.

Late Middle English: from Old French 'differer', from Latin 'differre', from 'dis-' (apart) + 'ferre' (to carry)

differ from:

to be unlike or distinct from something else

differ in opinion:

to have a disagreement in views

not differ significantly:

to show few or no meaningful differences

difference:

the state of being different or unlike

differentiation:

the action of distinguishing or being distinguished

indifference:

lack of interest, concern, or sympathy

Meaning: to have a different opinion or perspective

Example Sentence: I differ with you on that point.

Meaning: to stand out or be unique

Example Sentence: His style really differs from everyone else at the party.