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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 Although Orlando is known to attract big-name artists from Bad Bunny to the Rolling Stones, a closer look at the City Beautiful’s live music scene uncovers a diverse array of local bands and musicians who create a vibrant sonic tapestry. Patrick Connolly, The Orlando Sentinel, 6 June 2025 This new chapter in Crespo’s musical journey is fueled by collaborations with a diverse array of artists such as Ivy Queen, Jerry Rivera, Toño Rosario, Tony Tun Tun and Víctor Manuelle. Luisa Calle, Billboard, 6 June 2025 In the bottom left of the canvas, viewers will notice a diverse array of exotic animals and plants. Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 6 June 2025 Her book, Perfect Day Chicago, which highlights the Windy City’s diverse neighborhoods, was just published. Wendy Altschuler, Forbes.com, 25 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for diverse
Recent Examples of Synonyms for diverse
Adjective
  • Young, a British Columbia native who played for three different colleges and spent seven seasons in the minors before playing for the Doosan Bears in South Korea last season, hit his fourth career Major League homer and his first since September 2009 with the Chicago Cubs.
    Abbey Mastracco, New York Daily News, 28 May 2025
  • But Mbappe chose to distance himself from that debate and his opening season was different to Ronaldo’s.
    Guillermo Rai, New York Times, 28 May 2025
Adjective
  • The animal has a long tail and distinctive tufts of soft hair.
    Erin Clack, People.com, 1 June 2025
  • Their selection always includes highly sophisticated and distinctive films that have broadened my cinematic horizons.
    Leo Barraclough, Variety, 30 May 2025
Adjective
  • Within such simulations, there will be three distinct participant groups: 1.
    Ivan Shvaichenko, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025
  • There is a distinct difference between the two eras.
    Ralph D. Russo, New York Times, 30 May 2025
Adjective
  • While a small study found that bananas may reduce flavanol absorption, experts say the impact is minor in the context of a varied, balanced diet.
    Stephanie Brown, Verywell Health, 5 June 2025
  • The swatting varied but mostly included threats to destroy buildings and kill or injure people, and the threats targeted individuals with large social media presences whom Szabo thought may react publicly, according to court documents.
    Natalie Demaree, Miami Herald, 3 June 2025

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“Diverse.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diverse. Accessed 11 Jun. 2025.

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