difference
/ˈdɪfərəns/
noun
- 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.
- 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?
- 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.
- 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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