difference

/ˈdɪfərəns/
noun
  1. The way in which two or more things are not the same; a point or quality that makes one thing distinct from another.
    • Can you tell the difference between butter and margarine?
    • There is a big difference in price between the two cars.
    • The main difference between the twins is their hair color.
  2. The amount by which one number or quantity is less than another; the result of subtracting one number from another.
    • We calculated the difference in temperature between day and night.
    • The difference between 10 and 7 is 3.
    • What is the difference in age between the two siblings?
  3. A disagreement or quarrel between people.
    • They settled their differences and became friends again.
    • The couple had a difference over where to spend the holidays.
    • We need to talk about our differences calmly.
  4. An effect or change that something causes; a noticeable impact.
    • Your help made a real difference to the project.
    • A good night's sleep can make all the difference in your mood.
    • Does it make any difference if I arrive late?
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