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Disparate

usgb/ˈdɪspərət/Volume
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Things that are very different from each other.

Their styles of painting are disparate.
Often appears as...
disparate elements
disparate groups
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Not InterchangeablePlay
Use 'disparate' to emphasize strong difference, not for things that are slightly different. SlideThe twins had disparate interests: one loved ballet, the other astrophysics.
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No Negative BiasPlay
'Disparate' describes difference without suggesting one is better or worse. SlideDespite their disparate social backgrounds, they treated each other as equals.
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Combine HarmoniouslyPlay
'Disparate' elements can be brought together in a way that is interesting or attractive. SlideThe festival celebrated the city's culture with music and food from disparate traditions.