differently

adverb

dif·​fer·​ent·​ly ˈdi-f(ə-)rənt-lē 

ˈdi-fərnt-

1

: in a different manner

2

: otherwise

Synonyms

• else
• other (than)
• otherwise

Examples of differently in a Sentence

we do things differently around here

Recent Examples on the Web

And that means not just asking the right questions, but doing it differently from the others zillion candidates who read books on interviewing, memorize 50 questions, and regurgitate them robotically. —Eli Amdur, Forbes.com, 28 Mar. 2025

The tech companies engaged in a slow takeover of Hollywood seem to feel differently. —Alex Weprin, HollywoodReporter, 28 Mar. 2025

The lineup does highlight a new leadoff hitter in Jonathan India, who will need to learn quickly that 360-foot fly balls to left field inside Kauffman Stadium carry differently than those inside Great American Ball Park in Cincinnati. —Sam McDowell, Kansas City Star, 28 Mar. 2025

The internship and early career event is specifically for college students who learn differently and employers eager to develop a neurodiverse talent workforce. —Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 27 Mar. 2025

Word History

Etymology

Middle English differentliche, differently, from different different entry 1 + -liche, -ly -ly entry 2

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing differently

• differently abled

Rhymes for differently

• indifferently