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English verb: differ

1. differ (stative) be different


SamplesThese two tests differ in only one respect.


Pattern of useSomething ----s.
Something is ----ing PP


Narrower (hyponym)contrast, counterpoint, depart, deviate, diverge, vary, vary


Antonymsequal, be

2. differ (communication) be of different opinions


SamplesI beg to differ!.
She disagrees with her husband on many questions.


Synonymsdisagree, dissent, take issue


Pattern of useSomething ----s.
Somebody ----s


Narrower (hyponym)clash, contradict, contravene, dissent, negate


Antonymsagree, concur, concord, hold









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