Word
differing
Phoneticsdif·fer·ing, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈdɪfɝɪŋ/
UK/dˈɪfəɹɪŋ/
Definitions
01being different
B2 · Upper Intermediate
v. the act of being unlike something else in nature, quality, or form.
v. the present participle of the intransitive verb 'differ', indicating a state of being dissimilar or distinct in character.
“The two brothers are always differing in their opinions about politics.”
“The results of the two studies are constantly differing, which suggests that the initial variables were not properly controlled.”
Antonyms
02unlike or dissimilar
B2 · Upper Intermediate Formal
adj. used to describe two or more things that are not the same as each other.
adj. functioning as an attributive adjective to describe entities that possess distinct or non-identical characteristics.
“The committee listened to several differing views before making a final decision.”
“The researchers struggled to reconcile the differing interpretations of the data provided by the various regional departments.”
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03disagreeing
C1 · Advanced Formal
v. the act of having a different opinion from someone else.
v. the present participle of 'differ', specifically referring to the state of being at variance or in disagreement with another party.
“They found themselves differing on almost every point of the new contract.”
“While the board members were differing on the specific allocation of funds, they all agreed on the project's ultimate necessity.”
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Common phrases and expressions where native English speakers use the word “differing” in context.
Adjective
01. differing level
“Students in the class have differing levels of experience with the software.”
adj + noun
Real-World Examples
“There, he met people from widely differing backgrounds who had acquired detailed knowledge of wine without anyone requiring them to do so.” “But they had differing views on the overall goals of the policies, how to measure program success and how to structure fees.” - Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
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- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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