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How is the word diverse different from other adjectives like it?

Some common synonyms of diverse are different, disparate, divergent, and various. While all these words mean "unlike in kind or character," diverse implies both distinctness and marked contrast.

such diverse interests as dancing and football

When would different be a good substitute for diverse?

The words different and diverse are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, different may imply little more than separateness but it may also imply contrast or contrariness.

different foods

When is it sensible to use disparate instead of diverse?

The meanings of disparate and diverse largely overlap; however, disparate emphasizes incongruity or incompatibility.

disparate notions of freedom

Where would divergent be a reasonable alternative to diverse?

Although the words divergent and diverse have much in common, divergent implies movement away from each other and unlikelihood of ultimate meeting or reconciliation.

went on to pursue divergent careers

When might various be a better fit than diverse?

In some situations, the words various and diverse are roughly equivalent. However, various stresses the number of sorts or kinds.

tried various methods

Example Sentences

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Recent Examples of diverse The nominees in the Top Global Hit from Japan category selected by overseas listeners include a diverse range of tracks, such as songs featured in games, anime show openers, songs familiar from TikTok, and tracks by artists with a notable global presence. Billboard Japan, Billboard, 18 Apr. 2025 From timeless muscle cars to elegant vintage models, the event showcases a diverse collection that appeals to all car enthusiasts. Rowan Briggs, Mercury News, 18 Apr. 2025 The county’s Health and Human Services Agency recognized 14 Public Health Champions for their outstanding efforts to protect the health of residents in diverse communities countywide. Linda McIntosh, San Diego Union-Tribune, 18 Apr. 2025 On one hand, institutions with robust financial aid programs may attract a more diverse and talented pool of applicants. Scott White, Forbes, 15 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for diverse
Recent Examples of Synonyms for diverse
Adjective
  • Pope Francis preached the same gospel in different language.
    John Hope Bryant, Time, 21 Apr. 2025
  • Subtitles are easy to add to film, but, for the most part, they were used only when actors and audiences spoke different languages.
    David Owen, New Yorker, 21 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • Follow her on LinkedIn Dr. Yasmine Saad, Founder and Director of Psychological Services Dr. Yasmine Saad is advancing psychological care with her distinctive Inner Message Approach®, which treats emotions as meaningful signals rather than problems to eliminate.
    Lauren Carpenter, USA Today, 14 Apr. 2025
  • Alongside his wife Doris, Krause spent more than three decades sourcing rare and distinctive set dressing from around the world, curating a collection that remains integral to film and television productions today.
    Natalie Oganesyan, Deadline, 13 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • The Justice Department is considering a plan to merge the ATF and the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), both of which often collaborate but have distinct missions.
    Hannah Parry, MSNBC Newsweek, 10 Apr. 2025
  • The title drop, when a line of dialogue references the film’s title, is a delicate art with a distinct cult following.
    Donald Liebenson, IndieWire, 10 Apr. 2025
Adjective
  • To make sense of the recurring post-hurricane peaks, Cabrera and colleagues analyzed how butterfly numbers varied with precipitation, wind speed, temperature and other meteorological variables.
    Marina Wang, Smithsonian Magazine, 18 Apr. 2025
  • While 32 different winds—each with a name—are noted for bringing in varied weather conditions, the most notorious is the Mistral.
    Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 18 Apr. 2025

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“Diverse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diverse. Accessed 24 Apr. 2025.

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