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Dissimilar

usgb/dɪˈsɪmɪlər/Volume
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Comparative ContextPlay
Use 'dissimilar' to highlight differences when comparing two or more things. SlideHer painting style is dissimilar to the conventional techniques used by her peers.
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Degree of DifferencePlay
'Dissimilar' implies a clear distinction but doesn't specify how different the things are. SlideThe twins had dissimilar opinions about the movie, one loved it and the other didn't.
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Avoid Negative NuancePlay
While pointing out differences, 'dissimilar' does not imply that one is better. SlideThe two proposals were dissimilar in scope but equally comprehensive.