disparate

Intermediate

/ˈdɪs.pɚ.ət/

adjective
Sharply differing, containing sharply contrasting elements

disparate in a sentence

  • “Having widely varying interests, the students had disparate responses toward the novel.”
  • “Disparate notions among adults and adolescents about when middle age begins.”
  • “Each district exhibited disparate traditions that enriched the urban tapestry.”

What does “disparate” mean?

disparate (adjective) means sharply differing, containing sharply contrasting elements. It is pronounced /ˈdɪs.pɚ.ət/. Vocaby pairs the definition with audio and real example sentences so the word is easy to remember — and brings it back for review right before you'd forget it.

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What does "disparate" mean?
disparate (adjective) means: Sharply differing, containing sharply contrasting elements
How do you pronounce "disparate"?
"disparate" is pronounced /ˈdɪs.pɚ.ət/ in IPA. You can tap to hear it spoken aloud in the Vocaby app.
How do you use "disparate" in a sentence?
Here is "disparate" used in a sentence: Having widely varying interests, the students had disparate responses toward the novel.

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