Definition of diversenext

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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 diverse cast of characters assembled over multiple Olympic cycles included Scott Hamilton, Boitano, Katarina Witt, Debi Thomas, Kristi Yamaguchi, Philippe Candeloro and Surya Bonaly. Los Angeles Times, 4 Feb. 2026 Now, nearly a week later, diverse, immigrant-rich cities, including San Francisco and Silicon Valley hotspots San Jose and Santa Clara, the site of the Super Bowl, are still on edge, prompting weeklong demonstrations, according to Tariq, from the Council on American-Islamic Relations. Terry Collins, USA Today, 4 Feb. 2026 These projects emphasize ingenuity and storytelling across diverse industries. Mia Galuppo, HollywoodReporter, 4 Feb. 2026 The team’s next step will be to expand the study across larger and more diverse patient populations to confirm whether the same biological patterns hold up in real-world settings. New Atlas, 4 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for diverse
Recent Examples of Synonyms for diverse
Adjective
  • The disappearance of Savannah Guthrie’s mom has left a lot of people scrambling in different ways.
    Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 13 Feb. 2026
  • Woodblock plans to work with leading animation studios from around the world to animate episodes that feature creatures from different countries and regions.
    Ed Meza, Variety, 13 Feb. 2026
Adjective
  • Seekers of Infinite Love balances big laughs with big feelings, and the cast delivers in a way that makes the film both distinctive and relatable.
    Andreas Wiseman, Deadline, 11 Feb. 2026
  • Cort later reemerged as a distinctive supporting presence in film and television.
    Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 11 Feb. 2026
Adjective
  • Across the experiments, the sensor network was consistently effective at producing distinct signal patterns and activating protective responses depending on the force applied.
    New Atlas, New Atlas, 8 Feb. 2026
  • The cake is made of three distinct layers of chocolate.
    Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 8 Feb. 2026
Adjective
  • The romance score varied only slightly across different price ranges, with upper-range establishments ($50-$100 per person) ranking as the sweet spot for an intimate dinner.
    Abigail Wilt, Southern Living, 11 Feb. 2026
  • For all its ills, social media can also be an entry point for anyone interested in Chicago history and the city’s varied eccentricities.
    Chicago Tribune, Chicago Tribune, 11 Feb. 2026

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“Diverse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diverse. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.

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