Meaning of disparate in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈdɪspərət/

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    disparate

    Definitions

    1. fundamentally different or distinct in quality or kind

    Examples

    • « such disparate attractions as grand opera and game fishing »
    • « disparate ideas »

    Synonyms

  2. 2. including markedly dissimilar elements

    Examples

    • « a disparate aggregate of creeds and songs and prayers »

    Synonyms

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