Synonyms of difference

Noun

1. difference, quality

usage: the quality of being unlike or dissimilar; "there are many differences between jazz and rock"

2. deviation, divergence, departure, difference, variation, fluctuation

usage: a variation that deviates from the standard or norm; "the deviation from the mean"

3. dispute, difference, difference of opinion, conflict, disagreement

usage: a disagreement or argument about something important; "he had a dispute with his wife"; "there were irreconcilable differences"; "the familiar conflict between Republicans and Democrats"

4. difference, change

usage: a significant change; "the difference in her is amazing"; "his support made a real difference"

5. remainder, difference, number

usage: the number that remains after subtraction; the number that when added to the subtrahend gives the minuend

Definition and meaning of difference (Dictionary)