Verschillend
Example: De meningen over het onderwerp zijn heel verschillend.
Definition
"Verschillend" is an adjective describing something that is diverse or not the same as others. It indicates variety or difference between items, people, or opinions, as in the example phrase: 'De meningen over het onderwerp zijn heel verschillend,' meaning opinions on the subject are very different.
Etymology
The word "verschillend" comes from the Dutch verb 'verschillen,' meaning 'to differ,' combined with the adjective-forming suffix '-end.' The root 'schil' relates to 'difference' or 'distinction.' Did you know? The word highlights contrast, much like its English relative 'different.'
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"Verschillend" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - General - (B1) - set 1", containing 119 commonly used words.
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