diversity

noun

də-ˈvər-sə-tē How to pronounce diversity (audio)
Definition of diversitynext
1
as in variety
the quality or state of being composed of many different elements or types the diversity of plant life on that tropical island is staggering

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2
as in distinctiveness
the quality or state of being different there's considerable diversity in the platforms for the two major parties

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Recent Examples of diversity Francéclat said that the brands embody both the diversity and dynamism of the international recognition the sector is currently seeing. — Fairchild Studio, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2026 Visit Jacksonville brags that the food diversity the city boasts is a result of the presence of Camp Lejeune, which brings in people from all over the country, and the world. — Eva Flowe, Charlotte Observer, 3 Sep. 2026 The league showed more flexibility around age than diversity, however. — Jason Lloyd, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026 His father stayed true to his roots as well, working to establish community health clinics for the state Department of Health Services and serving on committees for diversity and racial equity. — Gene Maddaus, Variety, 2 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for diversity
Recent Examples of Synonyms for diversity
  1. variety
  2. distinctiveness
  3. heterogeneity
  4. difference
  5. multiplicity
  6. distinctness
  7. contrast
  8. distinction
Noun
  • With three- and four-bedroom options, open living areas and flexible spaces, the collection offers a variety of choices for buyers looking for a new home in North Reno.
    — Jenuane Communities, Sacbee.com, 2 Sep. 2026
  • For Jia, who has watched generations of Chinese talents develop in a variety of ways, his hope is for these Chinese mavericks playing in America to stay.
    — Fred He, CNN Money, 2 Sep. 2026
Definition of variety
Noun
  • The key lesson for personal branding is to embrace distinctiveness, substance, and a unique voice, rather than conforming to generic professionalism.
    — William Arruda, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
  • America is the ultimate answer to the pogrom, and to the emancipation Europe offered on the condition of relinquishing Jewish ethnic and cultural distinctiveness.
    — Rory Lancman, New York Daily News, 5 Aug. 2026
Definition of distinctiveness
Noun
  • Because of that heterogeneity, TNBC can be somewhat trickier to treat effectively—there is [variability] in their response to our best treatments.
    — Maggie Donahue, HEALTH, 20 Aug. 2026
  • The heterogeneity allows founders to pick an accelerator that best matches their needs.
    — Charlotte Hu, Time, 18 Aug. 2026
Definition of heterogeneity
Noun
  • The big difference is that each fame-o will be paired with a non-famous friend or family member.
    — Bethy Squires, Vulture, 5 Sep. 2026
  • Testing competing superconductors under matching conditions can help isolate differences caused by the materials themselves.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 5 Sep. 2026
Definition of difference
Noun
  • Some scholars suggest this proverbial number is an expression of multiplicity—an incredibly large number, rather than a specific number.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 28 Aug. 2026
  • How an audience discovers that needle in the haystack requires research rigor requiring access to a multiplicity of data streams.
    — Frank Racioppi, Forbes.com, 7 July 2026
Definition of multiplicity
Noun
  • How can the sense of an absolute union of all matter be reconciled with the endless multiplicity and distinctness of it?
    — Christian Wiman, Harpers Magazine, 30 Dec. 2025
  • However, a few hours with Air Riders reveals the nuance and depth of its gameplay, the distinctness of this flavor of racing game and its sensory, chaotic, and strategic appeal.
    — Ryan Gaur, Rolling Stone, 19 Nov. 2025
Definition of distinctness
Noun
  • American college sports, by contrast, have historically served as the major development system for professional football.
    — Joshua Hong, Fortune, 29 Aug. 2026
  • In contrast to the standard seven-course tasting menu, starting from £225 per head (~$300), the flexible à la carte menu allows diners to experience a multi-course, three-star masterclass for under £100 (~$135).
    — Carinne Geil Botta, Forbes.com, 29 Aug. 2026
Definition of contrast
Noun
  • That distinction could become central to Maduro’s attempt to separate his case from that of former Panamanian strongman Manuel Noriega, one of the closest historical comparisons.
    — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2026
  • That distinction becomes important as benchmarks approach their ceilings.
    — Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 3 Sep. 2026
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“Diversity.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/diversity. Accessed 5 Sep. 2026.

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