difference (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈdɪfərəns/

Definition

The way in which two people or things are not the same.

Examples

• What is the difference between a cat and a dog?

• There's a big difference in how they approach the problem.

• Can you spot the difference between these two pictures?

How to Use difference

difference between X and Y (prepositional phrase)

The way in which X and Y are not the same. — "The difference between a car and a bicycle is speed."

difference in X (prepositional phrase)

A way in which X is not the same. — "There is a noticeable difference in quality."

make a difference (idiom)

To have an effect on something. — "Small actions can make a big difference."

Synonyms of difference

Words with a similar meaning to difference:

• contrast
• disparity
• distinction
• dissimilarity

Antonyms of difference

Words with the opposite meaning to difference:

• similarity
• sameness

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