differ

verb

Synonyms and Antonyms of DIFFER

to be unlike; to not be the same <my brother and I differ markedly in the way we handle money>

Synonyms contrast, vary

Related Words deviate, diverge, divide, fluctuate, separate

Near Antonyms accord, agree, conform, correspond

Antonyms compare, match

to have a different opinion <after much arguing, we simply have agreed to differ about the issue>

Synonyms differ, dissent, nonconcur

Related Words clash, collide, conflict, contrast; counter, debate, object, oppose, protest, resist; contest, dispute; argue, bicker, fall out, quarrel

Near Antonyms accede, accept, acquiesce, comply, consent, defer, subscribe; affiliate, ally, associate, collaborate, collude, come round, compromise, cooperate, get along, side

Antonyms agree, assent, concur

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