Different
Adjective
UK
/ˈdɪf.ər.ənt/
US
/ˈdɪf.rənt/
Level: Easy - A1 (Beginner)
Definition
Not the same; unlike or unusual in some way.
Example
"They look different."
"My two brothers have very different hobbies: one loves football while the other prefers painting."
"She offered a different solution to the problem, which surprised everyone but worked very well."
Explanation
Different means “not the same”. It describes when two or more things are unlike each other in some way. For example, if two shirts are red and blue, they are different colours. People may also be different in personality, habits, or culture. The word can also mean unusual or special, like “He has a different way of thinking”. In everyday life, saying something is different often highlights variety, uniqueness, or contrast. It helps us compare and understand diversity around us.