Definition of "different"

Kid-friendly meaning of different, with part of speech, syllables, and example sentences for grades K-2, 3-5, and 6-8.

What does "different" mean?

different (adjective) — not the same as another thing.

Part of speechAdjective Syllables3 (dif·fer·ent)

Example sentences using "different"

Grade K–2
We have different lunches.
Grade 3–5
Each kid in the class brought a totally different idea about how to solve the puzzle.
Grade 6–8
Being friends with people whose opinions are different from yours is one of the quickest ways to stop being completely wrong about things.

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