as in different
differing from another or others
The twins may look alike but they have divergent personalities.
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Recent Examples of divergent
The sharply divergent theories on each side split these suburbs outside Boston for the better part of three years.
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Dakin Andone, CNN Money, 18 June 2025
During the June 2 talks in Istanbul, Russian and Ukrainian negotiators traded memorandums containing sharply divergent conditions that both sides see as nonstarters, making a quick deal unlikely.
—Samya Kullab, Los Angeles Times, 14 June 2025
The Beach Boys and the Family Stone represent divergent visions of America that came into acrid conflict over the course of the ’60s.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 12 June 2025
Start Experimenting Women naturally excel at divergent thinking and generating multiple solutions.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
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Dakin Andone, CNN Money, 18 June 2025
During the June 2 talks in Istanbul, Russian and Ukrainian negotiators traded memorandums containing sharply divergent conditions that both sides see as nonstarters, making a quick deal unlikely.
—Samya Kullab, Los Angeles Times, 14 June 2025
The Beach Boys and the Family Stone represent divergent visions of America that came into acrid conflict over the course of the ’60s.
—Craig Jenkins, Vulture, 12 June 2025
Start Experimenting Women naturally excel at divergent thinking and generating multiple solutions.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes.com, 9 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for divergent
Recent Examples of Synonyms for divergent
Adjective
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And in a different carousel of photos, which Justin shared on Friday, the singer once again cozied up to his wife, wrapping his arms around her in what appeared to be candid shots.—
Bailey Richards,
People.com,
27 July 2025
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The Enquirer tried to contact ICE spokespeople via two different emails, separately contacted the Detroit field office, and requested any reports related to the alleged prank.—
Victoria Moorwood,
The Enquirer,
27 July 2025
Adjective
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The country has a low cost of living, a low crime rate and distinctive cuisine.—
William P. Barrett,
Forbes.com,
19 July 2025
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Meeting space, which is also popular for weddings, is another distinctive amenity.—
Paul Brady,
Travel + Leisure,
19 July 2025
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Literature has a distinct ability to illuminate truth’s multiplicities; writers like Ullmann remind readers that fact and fiction are fragile categories, and that collapsing them can yield enthralling results.—
Rachel Vorona Cote,
The Atlantic,
15 July 2025
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Today, over 3 in 5 cannabis consumers are aware of terpenes: organic compounds present in plants, fungi and cannabis, and are responsible for distinct scents, flavors and therapeutic effects.—
Peter Su,
Rolling Stone,
15 July 2025
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But with over 200 wineries, the Old North State is steadily transforming into one of the country’s most exciting and diverse wine states.—
Claire Volkman,
Travel + Leisure,
25 July 2025
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After losing her teaching job during the COVID-19 pandemic, Lê leaned fully into her content, collaborating with publishers, monetizing lesson plans through platforms like Teachers Pay Teachers, and building a business focused on diverse and inclusive book collections.—
Alejandra Rojas,
Forbes.com,
25 July 2025
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“Divergent.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/divergent. Accessed 30 Jul. 2025.
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