Meaning & Definition of Differently in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: In a way that is not the same as another.

  Example Sentence: She approached the problem differently than her colleagues.

• Definition: In a manner that is distinct or unique.

  Example Sentence: They chose to live their lives differently from their parents.

Etymology

Origin: From the word 'different' with the adverbial suffix '-ly'.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• think differently: To consider things in a new or original way.
• live differently: To lead one's life in a way that is not conventional or typical.

Translations

• Spanish: diferentemente

• French: différemment

• German: anders

• Russian: иначе

Related Words

• different: Not the same as another.

• diverse: Showing a great deal of variety; very different.

Slang Meanings of differently

• Meaning: To see things from another perspective.

  Example Sentence: He's got a different vibe; he thinks differently about life.

• Meaning: To approach a situation in an unconventional way.

  Example Sentence: She did things her way, like a true renegade, just differently.