Meaning of the word differ in English

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differ

US /ˈdɪf.ɚ/

UK /ˈdɪf.ɚ/

be unlike or dissimilar

Example:

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The two reports differ significantly.

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Their opinions differ on this matter.

Synonym:

vary diverge contrast disagree deviate

disagree with someone

Example:

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I respectfully differ with your conclusion.

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They often differ on political issues.

Synonym:

disagree dissent object oppose clash

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