Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

disparate

adjective
/ˈdɪspərɪt/
Definition
Essentially different in kind; not allowing comparison.
Examples
  • The two groups had disparate views on the issue.
  • Her interests were disparate, ranging from classical music to extreme sports.
  • The research brought together disparate fields of study.
Meaning
The term ‘disparate’ is used to describe things that are distinctly different from each other and cannot be compared in a meaningful way.
Synonyms
  • dissimilar
  • unequal
  • divergent
  • varied
  • distinct