difference — The quality or condition of being unlike or distinct from something else. A point or way in which things are not the same.
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: The quality or condition of being unlike or distinct from something else. A point or way in which things are not the same.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdɪfərəns/
Example Sentences
- The difference between a pizza and my love life? The pizza actually gets hot.
- Your positive attitude can make a real difference in the workplace.
- I can't tell the difference between expensive and cheap coffee - they both keep me awake!
difference
NOUN[/ˈdɪfərəns/]
The quality or condition of being unlike or distinct from something else. A point or way in which things are not the same.
The quality or condition of being unlike or distinct from something else. A point or way in which things are not the same.
In this conference, their preference shows the difference!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin differre, meaning 'to carry apart' or 'to differ'. The word evolved through Old French into Middle English, maintaining its core sense of distinction or variation.
Breakdown
dif- (apart, away) + fer- (to carry, bear) + -ence (noun suffix indicating state or quality)
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“The difference between a pizza and my love life? The pizza actually gets hot.”
“Your positive attitude can make a real difference in the workplace.”
“I can't tell the difference between expensive and cheap coffee - they both keep me awake!”
“The temperature difference between day and night is quite noticeable here.”
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