Difference Definition & Meaning
difference
- noun
- the quality of being unlike or dissimilar; "there are many differences between jazz and rock"
- a variation that deviates from the standard or norm; "the deviation from the mean"
- a disagreement or argument about something important; "he had a dispute with his wife"; "there were irreconcilable differences"; "the familiar conflict between Republicans and Democrats"
- a significant change; "the difference in her is amazing"; "his support made a real difference"
- the number that remains after subtraction; the number that when added to the subtrahend gives the minuend
"Difference" in song lyrics
See how difference is used in real songs:
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"All the old killers I ran with, let me show y'all the difference"
504 Boyz f/ Mac, X-Con — Them Boyz -
"There's a big difference"
7L & Esoteric — Ring Music -
"Violent humble shoes ten shades of blues come off the difference"
Aesop Rock — Dryspell
Words that rhyme with difference
Usage tips for "difference"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "difference" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for difference to find words that pair well.
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