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DIFR-uh-ns/ˈdɪfrəns/

Difference is how two things are not the same: the difference between A and B, a big difference, make a difference (have an effect). Different is the adjective: different from (British English prefers from). Differ is a more formal verb. Do not write “the different between.”

Meaning

The way in which two things are not the same.

Examples

• “What is the difference between these two words?”
• “There is little difference in price.”
• “A good teacher can make a real difference.”

Good to know

the difference between A and B. make a difference. Adjective: different from.

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