English Adjectives for "Difference"

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being the one that is different, extra, or not included

same

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I spent the other half of my salary on groceries.

I will save the other slice of cake for you.

Unequal

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not the same in size, quantity, quality, or value

equal

Opposite

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completely different or contrasting in nature, form, or quality

Alternative

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referring to different choices that challenge traditional norms

Differential

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different in comparison to something else based on the circumstances

Different

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not like another thing or person in form, quality, nature, etc.

same

Disproportionate

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not in proper relation or balance to something else

Disparate

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not sharing any form of similarity

Distinct

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separate and different in a way that is easily recognized

Conflicting

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showing opposing ideas or opinions that do not agree, causing confusion or disagreement

Dissimilar

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(of two or more things) not having common qualities

similar

Divergent

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(of physical movement or natural separation) spreading away from a single point or each other, creating increasing distance over time

convergent

Comparative

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evaluated in relation to another thing, considering their similarities or differences

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Relative

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measured or judged in comparison to something else

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Varied

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including or consisting of many different types

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Contrasting

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extremely different from each other

Incompatible

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(of two or more things) not able to exist or work together harmoniously due to fundamental differences or contradictions

compatible

Heterogeneous

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composed of a wide range of different things or people

homogeneous

Inconsistent

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not staying the same or predictable in quality or behavior

consistent

Variant

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differing in certain aspects or characteristics from the standard or common form

Non-identical

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lacking complete similarity or exactness

Discrete

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individually separate and easily identifiable

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