HOW TO PRONOUNCE
differentiate
/ˌdɪf.əˈɹɛn.ʃi.eɪt/
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What does differentiate mean?
verb
- To modify so as to create a difference or distinction.
- To show or be the difference or distinction between things.
- To recognize as different or distinct.
More meanings (6)
verb
- To calculate the derivative of a function.
- To calculate the differential of a function of multiple variables.
- To perceive the difference between things; to discriminate.
- To teach a lesson in multiple different ways in order to meet the needs of more or less advanced students.
- To (cause to) go through a process of development called differentiation; to make or become different in form or function.
noun
- Something that has been differentiated or stratified.
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IPA pronunciation
/ˌdɪf.əˈɹɛn.ʃi.eɪt/
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We must differentiate between those who attempt no control, and those whose surge of desire is beyond the normal limits.
I mention this to urge all to learn how properly to differentiate between the Law and the Gospel, in order to avoid dissembling.
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Possibly he does not differentiate sufficiently between the rude language of the holophrase and the much later growth of formed and grammatical speech.
In the large majority of cases the attendant is unable to differentiate between this and other forms of acute indigestion.