Difference

/dˈɪfɹəns/

/ˈdɪfɝəns/, /ˈdɪfɹəns/

Difference

the way that two or more people or things are different from each other

antonyms : sameness

1.1

a variation that deviates from the standard or norm

synonyms : departure

1.2

a disagreement on something

synonyms : conflict

1.3

a significant change

1.4

the number that remains after subtraction; the number that when added to the subtrahend gives the minuend

synonyms : remainder

Examples

1. The scholarship fund had made a difference in a lot of people's lives.

2. After a long talk, they finally resolved their differences.

3. A simple smile can make a big difference in someone's day.

4. Exercise can make a big difference to your state of health.