More about disparate

• Disparate entered English around 1580-90.
• Disparate comes from the Latin word disparātus, meaning “separated.”
• The dis- element means “not,” while par- comes from the Latin verb parāre, “to prepare, to get ready,” which in this case may be influenced in meaning by the Latin word par, “equal.”

SYNONYMS OF DISPARATE

• separate
• divergent
• incommensurable

EXAMPLES OF DISPARATE

• The team members had disparate opinions on how to approach the problem, resulting in a lengthy and impassioned debate.
• The artist’s latest exhibition showcased a collection of disparate works of art, each representing a unique perspective on the human experience.

More about badinage

• Badinage was first recorded in English around 1650-60.
• Badinage comes from French, from the verb badin(er), meaning “to joke, trifle.”
• Badinage is also a verb in English, meaning “to banter with or tease someone playfully.”

EXAMPLES OF BADINAGE

• During the dinner party, the guests engaged in delightful badinage, exchanging witty remarks and playful banter throughout the evening.
• The comedy show was filled with clever badinage between the stand-up comedian and the audience, making for a laughter-filled experience.

More about evince

• Evince was first recorded around 1600-10.
• Evince comes from the Latin word ēvincere, meaning “to conquer, overcome, carry one’s point.”
• Evince is related to evict, victory, convince, and vanquish, all possibly through the same Latin word, vincere, “to conquer.”

EXAMPLES OF EVINCE

• The artist’s masterpiece evinces her incredible talent and attention to detail.
• The data from the study evinced a clear correlation between exercise and improved mental health.