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

Derived Forms

• diˈverseness, noun
• diˈversely, adverb

Other Words From

• di·versely adverb
• di·verseness noun
• undi·verse 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

In precision health programs, like the one at MSU, research teams explore diverse aspects of health.

From Science Daily

He quipped, “Wow, this is going to be the most diverse group of congresspeople to ever get all their legislation blocked. So inspiring . . . F**k, people!”

From Salon

However, a diverse range of native species successfully colonized the tree islands, including trees that are endemic to Sundaland, meaning that they are only found in this region.

From Science Daily

Critics see this policy proposal as an effort to whitewash history, limit diverse perspectives and shut down discussion of controversial topics.

From Los Angeles Times

One striking thing about the film is how contemporary and diverse it feels.

From BBC

Related Words

• differing
• disparate
• distinct
• divergent
• diversified
• varied

When To Use

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