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    Differentiate

    /dɪˈfɛr.ən.ʃeɪt/

    Meaning & Definition

    verb
    to recognize or ascertain what makes something different.
    It is important to differentiate between fact and opinion in an argument.
    to identify the differences between two or more items.
    The teacher asked the students to differentiate between the three types of triangles.
    to make or become different in the process of development.
    The company aims to differentiate its product in a saturated market.
    to cause to be recognized as distinct.
    The artist's unique style helps to differentiate her work from that of her contemporaries.

    Etymology

    Late Middle English: from Latin 'differentia', from 'differre' meaning 'to differ'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    differentiate oneself:
    To establish a unique identity or character.
    differentiate between:
    To identify the differences in two or more things.

    Related Words

    distinguish
    To recognize or treat as different.
    discriminate
    To make a distinction in favor of or against a person or group.

    Slang Meanings

    To choose one option over another based on unique features.
    I'm trying to differentiate the good offers from the bad ones.
    To show a unique quality or feature that stands out.
    His style really differentiates him from the other artists.