diverse

[dih-vurs, dahy-, dahy-vurs]

adjective

1. of a different kind, form, character, etc.; unlike.

   a wide range of diverse opinions.

   Synonyms: divergent, manifold, varied

2. of various kinds or forms; multiform.

   Synonyms: disparate, dissimilar

3. including representatives from more than one social, cultural, or economic group, especially members of ethnic or religious minority groups.

   a diverse student body.

diverse

/ daɪˈvɜːs, ˈdaɪvɜːs /

adjective

1. having variety; assorted

2. distinct in kind

Other Word Forms

• diverseness noun
• diversely adverb
• undiverse adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of diverse¹

First recorded in 1275–1325; Middle English, from Latin dīversus (past participle of dīvertere “to divert ”), equivalent to dī- di- ² + vert- (base of vertere “to turn”) + -tus, past participle suffix, with -tt- regularly becoming -s-

Word History and Origins

Origin of diverse¹

C13: from Latin dīversus; see _divers

Example Sentences

However they are brought, any prosecutions should aim to strengthen the rule of law and America’s vigorous, highly diverse civil society.

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Schools are expected to serve each child’s diverse needs; to treat students as individuals and not as stand-ins for group identity debates.

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Crypto is a widely diverse field, with thousands of coins available for investors to buy, with about 80 of them with a market value of more than $1 billion.

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Truist analysts said in a note late last month that the company has a diverse and promising product pipeline, fueled by internal development and acquisitions, which should provide strong revenue growth in coming years.

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“Visa uncertainty is a challenge,” said Shari Hubert, Fuqua’s associate dean for admissions, who added the school saw more applicants from a diverse set of industries who were seeking cross-sector opportunities and leadership preparation.

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Related Words

• differing www.thesaurus.com
• disparate 
• distinct 
• divergent 
• diversified 
• varied 

When To Use

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The adjective diverse describes things that are different in kind, form, or character. How does diverse compare to synonyms various, distinct, and different? Find out on Thesaurus.com.