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diversity

n. C / U
B2 Upper Intermediate Oxford US //daɪˈvɝsɪti// UK //daɪvˈɜːsɪti// di·ver·si·ty General-service

n. the fact of many different types of people or things being included in a group. You use this to describe a mix of backgrounds, such as different ages, races, or ideas.

n. the state or quality of being composed of differing elements or qualities. Often refers specifically to the inclusion of individuals from various social, ethnic, or cultural backgrounds within a group or organization.


SIMPLE

The company wants to improve diversity in the office.

CONTEXTUAL

The hiring committee is committed to increasing diversity to ensure a wider range of perspectives in every meeting.

COMPLEX

A high level of biological diversity within an ecosystem typically ensures greater resilience against environmental shifts and disease outbreaks compared to a monoculture.

Synonyms
Origin

From Middle English diversite, from Old French diversité, from Latin dīversitās, equivalent to diverse + -ity. Displaced native Old English mislīcnes.

Usage

Often used as an uncountable abstract concept, but can be countable when referring to specific types or instances of variety.

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